Black-headed Nightingale-thrush vs Red-backed Thrush
Catharus mexicanus compared with Geokichla erythronota
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-headed Nightingale-thrush | Red-backed Thrush |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Catharus mexicanus | Geokichla erythronota |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Turdidae | Turdidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.8 cm (7.0 in) | 23.1 cm (9.1 in) |
| Weight | 31.5 g (1.11 oz) | 56.5 g (1.99 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-headed Nightingale-thrush
Near Threatened
Red-backed Thrush
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.