African Thrush

African Thrush

Turdus pelios

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Turdidae

About

The African thrush or West African thrush is a passerine bird in the thrush family Turdidae. It is common in well-wooded areas over much of the western part of sub-Saharan Africa, it was once considered to be conspecific with the olive thrush but that species has now been split further. Populations are resident (non-migratory).

Fun Fact

It is common in well-wooded areas over much of the western part of sub-Saharan Africa, it was once considered to be conspecific with the olive thrush but that species has now been split further.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in all sorts of wooded habitats including forest edge, riparian woodland, scrub cultivation, parks and gardens.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance