the great thrush is native to south america, and is the largest thrush species on the continent, related to the common american robin. the great thrush is an omnivore and typically eats small fruits and berries whole, but also eats insects and even occasionally eggs and nestlings. while males and females can be hard to distinguish, males’ beaks and legs are typically brighter colored.

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bird of the day: varied thrush

a member of the thrush family, and closely related to the american robin, he varied thrush is native to north america.

male and female varied thrushes both feature their distinct orange plumage, but it is paler on the female. females have duller plumage that’s more gray than black.

these thrushes feed mainly off of insects they find foraging on the ground. they also feed on berries and occasionally seed and other plant matter.

varied thrushes mainly live in coniferous forests. cup-shaped nests are built in tree branches, and 3-5 eggs are laid.

the varied thrush is currently common and rated ‘least concern’ by the iucn.

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