African Thrush

African Thrush

Turdus pelios

Least Concern
Envergure
22,1 cm
Poids
60,5 g
Famille
Turdidae
Ordre
Passeriformes

The African Thrush (Turdus pelios) is a bird species in the family Turdidae (thrushes), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.1 cm and a weight of 60.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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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
Envergure 22,1 cm 8.7 in
Poids 60,5 g 2.13 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CP.

Taille de la couvée

2-3

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Turdidae (Thrushes)
Genus Turdus
Espèces Turdus pelios

Distribution

African Thrush has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux 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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