Pale Thrush

Overview

Pale Thrush (Turdus pallidus) is a species of Thrushes (Turdidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A plain gray-brown thrush with a white belly and pale face; a winter visitor to East Asian woods and gardens; feeds on berries and worms; a modest, mellow singer.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Turdus; binomial: Turdus pallidus; authority: Gmelin, JF, 1789. Typical size: 22-24cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: Japan, Taiwan and se China.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.