Abyssinian Ground-Thrush

Geokichla piaggiae

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Turdidae

About

The Abyssinian ground thrush is a thrush from the family Turdidae which is native to north-east Africa where it lives at high altitude in montane forests. Its binomial nomenclature honors the 19th century Italian explorer of East Africa Carlo Piaggia.

Fun Fact

Its binomial nomenclature honors the 19th century Italian explorer of East Africa Carlo Piaggia.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in the undergrowth of evergreen montane forest in high rainfall regions between 1,800 and 3,300 m (5,910 and 10,830 ft), mostly above 2,500 m (8,200 ft), although occasionally found lower.

Diet

Feeds on fruit such as figs, berries and some seeds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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