Groundscraper Thrush

Turdus litsitsirupa

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Aves · Passeriformes · Turdidae

About

The groundscraper thrush is a passerine bird of southern and eastern Africa belonging to the thrush family, Turdidae. It was previously considered the only member of the genus Psophocichla, but phylogenetic analysis supports it belonging in the genus Turdus, where it forms a sister group to the remaining Turdus species.

Fun Fact

The upperparts are plain grey-brown with a chestnut wing-panel.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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