The range of M. cantillans is quite extensive, with an estimated global Extent of Occurrence of 10,000,000 km2.; and its global population is thought to be large, though it has yet to be quantified.
The Western Singing Bush Lark is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.
Nothing known about the Western Singing Bush Lark