Alpine Thrush
Zoothera mollissima
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Least Concern
Wingspan
27.7 cm
Weight
93.66666666666667 g
Family
Turdidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Alpine Thrush is a large thrush weighing nearly 94 g with a 27.7 cm wingspan, found in high-altitude forests and scrub across Asia. It forages on the ground for invertebrates, berries, and fallen fruit.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.7 cm | 10.9 in |
| Weight | 93.66666666666667 g | 3.30 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Turdidae (Thrushes) |
| Genus | Zoothera |
| Species | Zoothera mollissima |
Distribution
Alpine 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 Alpine Thrush endangered?
The Alpine Thrush has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Alpine Thrush nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Alpine Thrush?
The Alpine Thrush has a wingspan of 27.7 cm, weight of 93.66666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Alpine Thrush belong to?
The Alpine Thrush (Zoothera mollissima) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Turdidae.
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