3.8K views · 297 reactions | Colorado made the Lark Bunting its state bird in 1931 because of its unique plumage and social habits. This signature bird suffered devastating losses in recent decades, with its current population now only about 15 percent of its pre-1970 size. Learn more here: https://abcbirds.org/blog/state-birds/ | American Bird Conservancy | Facebook

Here's our #birdoftheweek, the Lark Bunting. This grassland species' numbers dropped by 86% between 1970-2014. We're working with partners across the Americas, such as the Rio Grande Joint Venture / Alianza Regional de Conservacion del Rio Bravo and Pronatura Noreste, to help reverse these declines, including restoring wintering habitat in Mexico. Read more: https://abcbirds.org/bird/lark-bunting/ | American Bird Conservancy