Across the windswept deserts and stony plains of North Africa and the Middle East, this sand-toned minimalist moves low against the horizon. It feeds on seeds and small insects, pausing between short runs to scan the shimmering ground. What makes it extraordinary is its harmony with harsh terrain — perfectly camouflaged against gravel and dust, it thrives where few voices break the silence. A quiet note in a vast, sun-baked expanse, yet a resilient keeper of the desert’s fragile balance.
Temminck’s Lark 👇
