Ethiopian Thrush

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Ethiopian Thrush (<em>Turdus simensis</em>) is a species of Thrushes (<em>Turdidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Ethiopian Thrush (Turdus simensis) is a species of Thrushes (Turdidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Turdus; binomial: Turdus simensis; authority: (Rüppell, 1837).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Ethiopian Thrush Turdus simensis is split from Groundscraper Thrush T. litsitsirupa based on deep genetic divergence and differences in plumage and vocalizations (Nylander et al. 2008; del Hoyo & Collar 2016; HBW/BirdLife).

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