Old Geezer. 1950-2022
Lapland longspur
Abundant and widespread. Most of breeding range is remote from the effects of human activity.
HabitatIn summer, tundra; in winter, fields, prairies. Breeds in various kinds of treeless Arctic habitats, from open wet tundra and sedge meadows to drier upland tundra. Winters in open country including shortgrass prairie, overgrazed pastures, stubble fields, plowed fields, lake shores, and similar areas.
Lapland longspur
Abundant and widespread. Most of breeding range is remote from the effects of human activity.
HabitatIn summer, tundra; in winter, fields, prairies. Breeds in various kinds of treeless Arctic habitats, from open wet tundra and sedge meadows to drier upland tundra. Winters in open country including shortgrass prairie, overgrazed pastures, stubble fields, plowed fields, lake shores, and similar areas.