Christmas island-thrush
NameChristmas island-thrush
Common NameChristmas island-thrush
Scientific NameTurdus poliocephalus erythropleurus
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)75
Plumage DetailsFeatures a grey head, brown upperparts, and bright orange flanks and lower belly. The throat is white with fine dark streaking, contrasting with a prominent bright yellow bill and eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a varied, often fluty song and sharp alarm calls, typical of many thrush species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Christmas Island, an Australian territory in the Indian Ocean.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow bill, bright yellow eye-ring, grey head, orange flanks, white streaked throat
Description
This medium-sized thrush is endemic to Christmas Island, known for its striking plumage. It forages on the forest floor for insects and fruits, often seen hopping actively.
