Western Meadowlarks - Prairie Fence Post Birds

East of Craven, Saskatchewan, Canada: Driving along the valley today, we heard the songs of meadowlarks. Spring must be here, even if snow remains in the forecast.

We passed at least three Western Meadowlarks sitting on fence posts beside the road. This meadowlark was so well lit that we pulled over and took a few pictures from across the road.

Fencepost Western Meadowlark, slightly obscured by grasses. © SB 

What is this?  Western Meadowlark. 

Location: Northeast of Craven, Saskatchewan, along Route 99.

Photo date: April 14, 2012. 

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