Montana's Proud State Bird

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Montana's special bird is the Western Meadowlark.

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Meadowlarks are brown with bright yellow tummies.

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They live in grassy fields and open spaces.

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Meadowlarks love to sing lovely, flute-like songs.

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Their songs tell everyone that spring is here.

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They search for insects and seeds to eat.

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Meadowlarks build nests on the ground in grassy spots.

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Their tails have white edges that you can see when they fly.

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People smile when they hear meadowlarks sing.

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Montana is proud of its state bird, the beautiful meadowlark!

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