Varied Thrush
Ixoreus naevius
The Varied Thrush (Ixoreus naevius) is a common thrush found in 5 countries, weighing about 78 g. The varied thrush is a member of the thrush family, Turdidae.
About the Varied Thrush
The varied thrush is a member of the thrush family, Turdidae. It is the only species in the monotypic genus Ixoreus.
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How to identify it
The varied thrush is a fairly large thrush species. It can range from 20 to 26 cm (7.9 to 10.2 in) in length and can span 34 to 42 cm (13 to 17 in) across the wings. Body mass can vary from 65 to 100 g (2.3 to 3.5 oz). Among standard measurements, the wing chord is 11.8 to 13.6 cm (4.6 to 5.4 in), the bill is 1.8 to 2.3 cm (0.71 to 0.91 in) and the tarsus is 2.9 to 3.3 cm (1.1 to 1.3 in). It is similar in size to the widespread American robin, though the varied is on average shorter with a heavier, more robust build. In general, varied thrushes feature intense orange and black feathers.
Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in United Kingdom, Iceland.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November, December, with peak activity in January. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Varied Thrush?
- The varied thrush is a fairly large thrush species. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Varied Thrush?
- The Varied Thrush is a medium sized bird weighing about 78 g.
- Where can you see a Varied Thrush?
- The Varied Thrush occurs in 5 countries, including the United States, Canada and Mexico.
- What birds look similar to a Varied Thrush?
- The Varied Thrush is most easily confused with the Mountain Bluebird, the Townsend's Solitaire and the Rufous-bellied Thrush.
- Is the Varied Thrush endangered?
- The Varied Thrush is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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