Guadalcanal Thrush
Zoothera turipavae
The Guadalcanal Thrush (Zoothera turipavae) is a legendary thrush found only in the Solomon Islands, weighing about 65 g. The Guadalcanal thrush is a species of bird in the family Turdidae.
About the Guadalcanal Thrush
The Guadalcanal thrush is a species of bird in the family Turdidae. It is endemic to Guadalcanal. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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When to see it
Best months: March, July, August, with peak activity in March. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Guadalcanal Thrush look like?
- The Guadalcanal thrush is a species of bird in the family Turdidae.
- How big is a Guadalcanal Thrush?
- The Guadalcanal Thrush is a medium sized bird weighing about 65 g.
- Where can you see a Guadalcanal Thrush?
- The Guadalcanal Thrush is endemic to the Solomon Islands, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Guadalcanal Thrush?
- The Guadalcanal Thrush is most easily confused with the Makira Thrush, the Sunda Thrush and the Fawn-breasted Thrush.
- Is the Guadalcanal Thrush endangered?
- The Guadalcanal Thrush is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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