Campina Thrush
NameCampina Thrush
Common NameCampina Thrush
Scientific NameTurdus arthuri
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)33
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)62.5
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are dull olive-brown, contrasting with a paler throat and buffy-white underparts, particularly on the belly. The flanks may show a slight olive-brown wash. It has a dark bill and grayish legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of clear, fluty whistles and various chattering or chirping calls, typical of many thrush species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in northern South America, specifically in parts of Brazil (Amazonas, Pará), Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana, inhabiting campina and dry forest ecosystems.
Identifying FeaturesDull olive-brown upperparts, Buffy-white belly, Dark bill, Grayish legs, Ground-foraging behavior, Preference for sandy campina and dry forest habitats
Description
The Campina Thrush is a medium-sized thrush characterized by its relatively plain, dull plumage. It typically forages on the ground in open areas, dry forests, and forest edges, often associated with sandy soils.
