Bassian Thrush
Zoothera lunulata
The Bassian Thrush (Zoothera lunulata) is a uncommon thrush found only in Australia, weighing about 130 g. The Bassian thrush, also known as the olive-tailed thrush, is a medium-sized mostly insectivorous thrush found from northern Queensland to southeastern Australia.
About the Bassian Thrush
The Bassian thrush, also known as the olive-tailed thrush, is a medium-sized mostly insectivorous thrush found from northern Queensland to southeastern Australia. It also occurs in Tasmania, on some larger islands of Bass Strait, and on Kangaroo Island. The thrushes range from 27 to 29 cm in length and average 100 g (3.5 oz) in weight.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Bassian Thrush can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Bassian Thrush look like?
- The Bassian thrush, also known as the olive-tailed thrush, is a medium-sized mostly insectivorous thrush found from northern Queensland to southeastern Australia.
- How big is a Bassian Thrush?
- The Bassian Thrush is a medium sized bird weighing about 130 g.
- Where can you see a Bassian Thrush?
- The Bassian Thrush is endemic to Australia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Bassian Thrush?
- The Bassian Thrush is most easily confused with the White's Thrush, the Russet-tailed Thrush and the Scaly Thrush.
- Is the Bassian Thrush endangered?
- The Bassian Thrush is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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