Austral Blackbird
NameAustral Blackbird
Common NameAustral Blackbird
Scientific NameTurdus falcklandii
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)38
Length (cm)24.5
Weight (g)95
Plumage DetailsAdults are uniformly dark brownish-black, often appearing glossy, with females being slightly duller than males. They possess a distinctive bright yellow bill, a subtle yellow eye-ring, and bright yellow legs and feet. Juveniles have spotted underparts.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a varied, melodious, and fluty series of phrases, often repeated. Alarm calls include harsh "chuck" or "churr" notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southern South America, including central and southern Chile, western and southern Argentina, and the Falkland Islands.
Identifying FeaturesDark brownish-black plumage, Bright yellow bill, Bright yellow legs and feet, Thrush-like shape, Ground-foraging behavior
Description
A medium-sized thrush, the Austral Blackbird is characterized by its dark plumage and striking yellow bill and legs. It is commonly found foraging on the ground in a variety of open and semi-open habitats across southern South America.
