Bassian Thrush

Zoothera lunulata

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Turdidae

About

The Bassian thrush, also known as the olive-tailed thrush, is a medium-sized mostly insectivorous thrush found from northern Queensland to southeastern Australia. It also occurs in Tasmania, on some larger islands of Bass Strait, and on Kangaroo Island. The thrushes range from 27 to 29 cm in length and average 100 g (3.5 oz) in weight.

Fun Fact

The thrushes range from 27 to 29 cm (10.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in shrubland, forests, and rainforests.

Diet

Prey out of piles of leaves by disturbing the leaf litter.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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