GAP Analysis Predicted Distribution Map

Lark Sparrow (Chondestes grammacus)

Species Code: CHGR

Legend:
= Core Habitat
= Marginal Habitat

Breeding Range Map
The green area shows the predicted habitats for breeding only. The habitats were identified using 1991 satellite imagery, Breeding Bird Atlas (BBA), other datasets and experts throughout the state, as part of the Washington Gap Analysis Project. Habitats used during non-breeding months and migratory rest-stops were not mapped.

Metadata (Data about data or how the map was made)

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Map with Breeding Bird Atlas records

Other maps & Information:

Breeding Bird Atlas
NatureMapping observations
during breeding season
NatureMapping observations
throughout the year

The Lark Sparrow is uncommon in shrubby or grassy habitats of eastern Washington below the lower treeline. Preferred habitat is shrub savanna, where shrubs are present but scarce, and grasses dominate, especially Cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum). The presence of basalt may also be important. In northeastern Washington, it is found in agricultural areas of the Ponderosa Pine zone.

Steppe, Ponderosa Pine, and Oak zones were core. Bare ground, sparse vegetation, grassland, shrub savanna, shrublands, and tree savanna were good habitats in all zones. Agricultural fields (except orchards) were good habitats in the Oak and Ponderosa Pine. Though widespread, this species is uncommon throughout its range.zones.

Washington breeders represent the western subspecies C. g. strigatus.

Translated from the Washington Gap Analysis Bird Volume by Uchenna Bright
Text edited by Gussie Litwer
Webpage designed by Dave Lester