We get rufous songlarks in some springs but not all springs. On Saturday I heard the distinctive sound of 2 on our property, both males as it's the males which make all the noise in breeding season. They're always welcome here although some people find the incessant calling of the males a real pain. To me the call is a sign of increasing biodiversity.
Yes, I've noticed they've been chatty around here of late too. I love listening to them.
Kathiemt
Selby, Victoria