Tickell's Thrush
NameTickell's Thrush
Common NameTickell's Thrush
Scientific NameTurdus unicolor
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)36
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsMales are uniformly slate-grey on the upperparts, gradually becoming paler grey on the underparts, with a bright orange bill and yellow legs. Females are generally duller, browner on the upperparts, with a less vibrant bill and paler, sometimes faintly mottled, underparts.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its rich, melodious song consisting of varied phrases. Calls include soft 'chup' or 'tchuk' notes and a thin 'tsee'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in the Himalayas, from Pakistan eastward through northern India, Nepal, and Bhutan. During winter, it migrates to lower elevations and extends its range into parts of northeastern India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Identifying Featuresslate-grey plumage, bright orange bill, yellow legs, ground foraging behavior
Description
A medium-sized thrush characterized by its uniform grey plumage and a striking orange bill. This species typically forages on the ground in forest undergrowth, often observed singly or in small, loose groups.
