Lark-like Bushrunner - Coryphistera alaudina

Lark-like Brushrunner *Coryphistera alaudina* [MLZ 66007](https://arctos.database.museum/guid/MLZ:Bird:66007) 1915 Miraflores Catamarca, Argentina Collected by J. Steinbach Physical specimen held by the Moore Laboratory of Zoology, Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA This striking terrestrial bird is a member of the family Furnariidae, which is host to Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers. Appearing more like a lark than a woodcreeper, the Lark-like Bushrunner is the only member of its genus. It is adorned with a tall pointed crest, long legs, and a beautiful streaked plumage.