Eastern Meadowlark

Mottled brown bird with a bright yellow breast, white-edged tail, and dark V-shaped neckband.

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Common Name

Eastern Meadowlark

Comments

Nests and forages on the ground. Loud, flute-like, gurgling song is distinctive.

Scientific Name

Sturnella magna

Habitat

Grassy fields, meadows, marshes.

Size

To 9 in. (23 cm)