White-backed Thrush

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White-backed Thrush (<em>Turdus kessleri</em>) is a species of Thrushes (<em>Turdidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

White-backed Thrush (Turdus kessleri) is a species of Thrushes (Turdidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Turdus; binomial: Turdus kessleri; authority: (Przevalski, 1876).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Change English name of Kessler's Thrush to White-backed Thrush to align with other major checklists.

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