Glossy-black Thrush
NameGlossy-black Thrush
Common NameGlossy-black Thrush
Scientific NameTurdus serranus
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)40
Length (cm)24.5
Weight (g)85
Plumage DetailsMales are entirely glossy black with a bright orange bill, orange legs, and a prominent yellow eye-ring. Females are similar but duller, often with a dusky bill and legs, and a less conspicuous eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a rich, fluty, and melodious series of varied phrases, often delivered from a prominent perch. It also has various alarm and contact calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of South America, from Venezuela south through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, to northwestern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy black plumage, Bright orange bill, Orange legs, Yellow eye-ring, Melodious song
Description
A medium-sized thrush characterized by its entirely glossy black plumage, bright orange bill, legs, and a distinctive yellow eye-ring. It is often found foraging on the ground in montane forests and clearings, known for its melodious song.
