Cuban Solitaire
Myadestes elisabeth
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Turdidae
About
The Cuban solitaire, also known as the Cuban nightingale, is a species of bird in the family Turdidae, the thrushes. It is endemic to Cuba.
Fun Fact
The Cuban solitaire was originally described in 1850 as Muscicapa elisabeth, erroneously placing it as an Old World flycatcher.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits pine, semi-deciduous, and evergreen forest in the hills and mountains.
Diet
Feeds on insects and fruit; the latter includes ripe pine nuts.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance