African Thrush
Turdus pelios
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Least Concern
Wingspan
22.1 cm
Weight
60.5 g
Family
Turdidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The African Thrush is a widespread, medium-sized thrush weighing about 60 g with a wingspan near 22 cm. It inhabits forests, gardens, and wooded areas across sub-Saharan Africa, foraging on the ground for earthworms, fruits, and insects while delivering a rich, melodious song.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.1 cm | 8.7 in |
| Weight | 60.5 g | 2.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Turdidae (Thrushes) |
| Genus | Turdus |
| Species | Turdus pelios |
Distribution
African Thrush has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the African Thrush endangered?
The African Thrush has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Thrush nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the African Thrush?
The African Thrush has a wingspan of 22.1 cm, weight of 60.5 g.
What order and family does the African Thrush belong to?
The African Thrush (Turdus pelios) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Turdidae.
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