Abyssinian thrush
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Turdus abyssinicus

The Abyssinian thrush (Turdus abyssinicus ) is a passerine bird in the family Turdidae. It is also known as the African mountain thrush, northern olive thrush or Ethiopian thrush. In 2010, the species was confirmed as separate from the olive thrush (Turdus olivaceus ) due to genetic differences. Their ranges do not overlap. The southern and northern populations may be distinct species. The Abyssinian thrush is found in Eritrea and other parts of the Horn of Africa, as well as an area to the southeast extending from the African Great Lakes region to north eastern Zambia and Malawi.

Appearance

It is 22 centimetres (8.7 in) long. This variable forest thrush is generally darker than the African thrush and has an orange (not yellow) bill. It is also darker than the Kurrichane thrush and has no malar stripes. Generally the birds get darker at higher altitudes.

Habits and Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Seasonal behavior
Bird's call

Diet and Nutrition

Population

References

1. Abyssinian thrush Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abyssinian_thrush
2. Abyssinian thrush on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/22734111/104354152
3. Xeno-canto bird call - https://xeno-canto.org/467554

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