The Lark Sparrow is among the most boldly patterned sparrows in North America, with a harlequin head pattern of chestnut, white, and black. The black spot in the center of the breast and white corners to the rounded tail are additional field marks. It regularly sings from the tops of trees — one of the few sparrows to do so.
Best time to see a Lark Sparrow
The best time to see a Lark Sparrow is March–June, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 24,699 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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