Pale-breasted Thrush
NamePale-breasted Thrush
Common NamePale-breasted Thrush
Scientific NameTurdus leucomelas
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)35.5
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)65
Plumage DetailsThe head and upperparts are olive-brown to grayish-brown, with distinct rufous-brown wings and tail. The throat is whitish with fine dark streaks, transitioning to a pale grayish-white breast and belly. The bill is yellowish-olive to dusky, and the legs are grayish.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, fluty, and often melancholic phrases, which can be repetitive. Calls include a sharp 'chuck' or 'chip' and a soft 'tseep'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread in South America, ranging from eastern Colombia and Venezuela south through Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and northern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesPale grayish-white breast and belly, Rufous-brown wings and tail contrasting with brownish upperparts, Whitish throat with fine dark streaks, Yellowish-olive bill
Description
The Pale-breasted Thrush is a medium-sized songbird characterized by its brownish upperparts and contrasting pale, streaked throat and breast. It is a common and adaptable species found across various habitats in South America, known for its melodious and often melancholic song.
