BIRD BIOGRAPHIES 



Like the quail, meadowlarks destroy weed seeds, which 

 are eaten mostly in winter. When insects are obtainable, 

 they are greatly preferred. 



A search for a meadowlark's nest is an exciting adven- 

 ture that keeps one alert. It is usually found by accident, 

 perhaps after the wary builder has ceased trying to de- 

 ceive the searcher. A sight of the speckled eggs or young 

 fledglings in their cozy home with a grass-arched doorway 

 is not soon forgotten. 



Unlike quail, baby meadowlarks are unable to run 

 about as soon as they are out of the egg, but remain 

 for two weeks in their cleverly camouflaged home, where 

 they are often the prey of snakes a d other enemies. 

 Meadowlarks are now being widely protected, for many 

 farmers regard them as one of their greatest assets. 



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