Red-throated Thrush
NameRed-throated Thrush
Common NameRed-throated Thrush
Scientific NameTurdus ruficollis
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)34.5
Length (cm)24.5
Weight (g)79
Plumage DetailsAdult males display a prominent reddish-orange throat and upper breast, contrasting with a grey head, nape, and upperparts. The belly and undertail coverts are whitish, often with some greyish mottling on the flanks. Females and immatures have a duller, more streaked reddish throat.
Vocalization / CallIts song consists of fluty, melodious whistles, often mixed with harsher notes. Common calls include a soft 'chup' or 'tseep' and a harsh 'churr' alarm call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across central and eastern Siberia, extending into Mongolia and northern China. It winters mainly in southern Asia, from the Himalayas east to southern China and Southeast Asia, with occasional vagrants reaching Europe.
Identifying FeaturesReddish-orange throat and upper breast (especially in males), Grey head and upperparts, Pale belly, Typical thrush posture and ground-foraging behavior
Description
The Red-throated Thrush is a medium-sized thrush, easily identified by the striking reddish-orange throat and upper breast of the male. It is typically found foraging on the ground in open woodlands and forest edges, primarily consuming invertebrates and fruits.
