Description
This original wildlife photograph captures a Sykes’s Lark (Galerida deva) in its natural habitat at Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar, Gujarat, India. Known for its distinctive crest and association with dry, open landscapes, the Sykes’s Lark is an interesting species of the Indian grassland and semi-arid birdlife.
ABOUT THE SYKES’S LARK
The Sykes’s Lark (Galerida deva) is a member of the lark family Alaudidae. It is also known by names such as Sykes’s Crested Lark, Deccan Crested Lark and Tawny Lark. The species is associated with dry and open country and can be recognized by its prominent crest and warm, earthy plumage.
SYKES’S LARK IN GUJARAT
In Gujarat, Sykes’s Lark is considered an uncommon resident, with records particularly associated with Kachchh and Saurashtra. The species is adapted to the open and relatively dry landscapes found across parts of the region.
BLACKBUCK NATIONAL PARK, VELAVADAR
Blackbuck National Park at Velavadar is one of Gujarat’s important grassland ecosystems. Located in the Bhal region of Saurashtra, the park contains extensive open grasslands and supports a diverse range of wildlife and bird species. Its semi-arid grassland environment makes it an excellent location for observing birds associated with open habitats.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Common Name: Sykes’s Lark
Scientific Name: Galerida deva
Alternative Names: Sykes’s Crested Lark, Deccan Crested Lark, Tawny Lark
Bird Group: Lark
Family: Alaudidae
Location: Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar, Gujarat, India
Habitat: Grasslands, dry open country and semi-arid habitats
Behaviour: Natural habitat / wild bird
Status in Gujarat: Uncommon resident
Global Conservation Status: Least Concern
Indian Protection: Schedule II
Photographer: Amarjeetsinh Jhala
Photography Type: Bird & Wildlife Photography
License Options: Personal Use / Commercial Use / Printing & Publication
HABITAT
Sykes’s Lark is associated with dry, open country and grassland habitats. The open landscape of Velavadar provides an appropriate setting for grassland and open-country bird species.
ABOUT THIS PHOTOGRAPH
This photograph showcases the Sykes’s Lark in the natural landscape of Blackbuck National Park, Gujarat. It is suitable for bird photography collections, wildlife enthusiasts, nature publications, educational projects, conservation-related material, magazines, books, calendars, exhibitions and other licensed commercial applications.
ORIGINAL WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMARJEETSINH JHALA
This is an original bird photograph captured by wildlife and nature photographer Amarjeetsinh Jhala. The photograph represents the diverse birdlife of Gujarat and the unique grassland ecosystem of Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar.
LICENSING OPTIONS
Personal Use – Suitable for personal collections, wallpapers and non-commercial use.
Commercial Use – Suitable for websites, advertising, digital marketing, promotional material and other commercial projects.
Printing & Publication – Suitable for magazines, books, calendars, brochures, exhibitions, editorial projects and high-quality printed publications.
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