Black-headed Nightingale-thrush vs White-eared Solitaire
Catharus mexicanus compared with Entomodestes leucotis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-headed Nightingale-thrush | White-eared Solitaire |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catharus mexicanus | Entomodestes leucotis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Turdidae | Turdidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.8 cm (7.0 in) | 22.5 cm (8.9 in) |
| Weight | 31.5 g (1.11 oz) | 63.14 g (2.23 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-headed Nightingale-thrush
Least Concern
White-eared Solitaire
About These Birds
Black-headed Nightingale-thrush
The Black-headed Nightingale-thrush is a medium-sized, secretive thrush with a black head, gray body, and bright orange bill and eye ring. It inhabits humid montane forests from Mexico through Guatemala and Honduras to Nicaragua, typically at elevations from 1,000 to 2,500 meters. It forages on the forest floor and in low undergrowth for fruits, berries, and invertebrates, producing a beautiful, melodious song.