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Bismarck Island Thrush

Turdus heinrothi

Not Evaluated
Weight
57.5 g
Family
Turdidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Bismarck Island Thrush is a thrush endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago, particularly New Britain and Bougainville. It has warm brown plumage typical of island thrushes in the Turdus genus. It forages on the forest floor and in trees for earthworms, fruits, berries, and invertebrates.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Weight 57.5 g 2.03 oz

Habitat & Range

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18 days. Fledging: 17-19 days.

Clutch Size

1-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Turdidae (Thrushes)
Genus Turdus
Species Turdus heinrothi

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Bismarck Island Thrush nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 18 days. Fledging: 17-19 days.
How big is the Bismarck Island Thrush?
The Bismarck Island Thrush has a weight of 57.5 g.
What order and family does the Bismarck Island Thrush belong to?
The Bismarck Island Thrush (Turdus heinrothi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Turdidae.

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