Chestnut Quailthrush

Chestnut Quailthrush

Cinclosoma castanotum

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Psophodidae

About

The chestnut quail-thrush is a native Australian bird of the family Cinclosomatidae. These scrub birds are endemic to Australia and found in all states - barring Tasmania. They are relatively uncommon and are isolated to the semi-arid and arid fringes of the Australian interior.

Fun Fact

They are relatively uncommon and are isolated to the semi-arid and arid fringes of the Australian interior.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurring exclusively in mallee woodlands that feature spinifex and acacia shrubs, while the latter occupies an understorey habitat characterised by sclerophyll woodlands, acacia shrubs and heathland.

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance