Because Larks sing as They rise up in flight, a group of Larks is called an “Exaltation”. Since They live in open country, rising Larks are a familiar sight in many rural areas. Although They are cryptically coloured in browns and beiges, They make up for their drabness with their elaborate songs.
Well-known for waking up at dawn, Larks sing through the day. In fact, the sound of many Larks singing at dawn is called “Larkrise” in Great Britain. In addition, “Happy as a Lark” refers to this habit of theirs.
Many legends speak of Larks’ sweetness of temperament. Because of this, They could readily gain access to the Gods. One example of their cheeriness is of course greeting the day with song, inspiring all of us. Singing through the day, Larks by their nature uplift the saddest of hearts and spread good will. Let us follow their example.
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Science Notes:
1. True Larks are Alaudidae. Meadowlark (Sturnella neglecta) of the Icteridae (Blackbirds and allies) family.
2. Magpie-lark (Grallina cyanoleuca) is actually a giant Monarch flycatcher.
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Copyright: Virginia Carper, Animal Teachers
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