Where to see
Where to see the Rudd's Lark in South Africa
Rudd's lark (Heteromirafra ruddi) is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae.
Heteromirafra ruddi · Endangered
Planning a trip
When and where to find the Rudd's Lark
Best hours of the day
- The first hours after sunrise, and late afternoon. Birds call and feed most in the cool.
- Midday. Quieter, especially in summer heat.
IUCN Red List
Endangered
Species
Heteromirafra ruddi
Records
26
iNaturalist observations
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Questions travellers ask
A record means a host has seen the Rudd's Lark on the property or nearby. It is never a guarantee of a sighting.
Where can you see the Rudd's Lark in South Africa?
The Rudd's Lark is most recorded in Mpumalanga (62% of records), KwaZulu-Natal (35% of records), based on 26 iNaturalist observations. 2 places to stay on Spekboom in South Africa have recorded the Rudd's Lark on site or nearby.
What is the conservation status of the Rudd's Lark?
The Rudd's Lark (Heteromirafra ruddi) is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
What is the Rudd's Lark?
Rudd's lark (Heteromirafra ruddi) is a species of lark in the family Alaudidae. It is endemic to South Africa. Its natural habitat is high-altitude grassland. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Stays that give back
Where to stay for a chance to see the Rudd's Lark
Every stay on the Rudd's Lark page lists the species its host has recorded on or near the property. A record is a sighting, never a promise.
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