Pale Thrush
NamePale Thrush
Common NamePale Thrush
Scientific NameTurdus pallidus
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)37.5
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)75
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a dark grey head and upper breast, contrasting with a brownish-olive back and wings. The underparts are pale, almost whitish, with faint greyish scaling on the flanks. The bill is yellowish with a dark tip, and the legs are yellowish-orange. Females are similar but generally duller.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, fluty, somewhat melancholic whistles. It also produces various sharp alarm calls and soft contact notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across eastern Asia, including southeastern Siberia, Korea, and Japan. Winters south to southern Japan, southern China, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Identifying FeaturesDark grey head contrasting with brownish back, Pale, almost whitish underparts, Yellowish bill with dark tip, Yellowish-orange legs, Ground-foraging behavior
Description
The Pale Thrush is a medium-sized thrush with a distinctive pale underside and a darker head. It is often seen foraging on the ground for invertebrates and berries, typically in wooded areas and gardens.
