Yellow-throated Nightingale-Thrush
NameYellow-throated Nightingale-Thrush
Common NameYellow-throated Nightingale-Thrush
Scientific NameCatharus aurantiirostris
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsFeatures a distinctive black head, bright yellow throat, and olive-brown upperparts. The underparts are yellowish, fading to whitish on the belly, with grayish wings and tail. It has a bright orange bill and orange legs.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a rich, melodious song, often described as fluty and complex, with varied phrases. It also produces sharp 'chip' or 'chuck' calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central and South America, ranging from central Mexico south through Central America to northern Colombia and Venezuela.
Identifying Featuresblack head, yellow throat, orange bill, orange legs, olive-brown back
Description
This small to medium-sized thrush is characterized by its striking black head, bright yellow throat, and olive-brown back. It typically forages on the ground in dense undergrowth of humid montane forests, often flicking leaves to find insects and fruits.
