Austral Thrush
NameAustral Thrush
Common NameAustral Thrush
Scientific NameTurdus falcklandii
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)33
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)85
Plumage DetailsAdults have a dark brown to blackish cap, contrasting with a streaked white and dark throat. The upperparts are olive-brown, while the breast and flanks are a paler grey-brown, often with an orange or rufous wash on the belly and undertail coverts. The bill and legs are bright orange-yellow, and there is a subtle yellow eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a varied, fluty song, often delivered from a prominent perch. Alarm calls are typically harsh 'chuck' notes or a rapid chattering.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southern South America, including Chile, Argentina, and the Falkland Islands. It inhabits a variety of environments from dense forests to open woodlands, agricultural areas, and urban gardens.
Identifying Featuresdark head cap, streaked throat, bright orange bill, bright orange legs, olive-brown back, paler underparts with orange wash
Description
The Austral Thrush is a medium-sized thrush with a dark head, olive-brown back, and paler underparts often washed with orange. It is known for its bright orange bill and legs, and can be found foraging on the ground for invertebrates and fruits.
