Amami Thrush

Amami Thrush

Zoothera major

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Turdidae

About

The Amami thrush is a member of the thrush family Turdidae. It is endemic to the islands of Amami Ōshima and Kakeroma island in the northern Nansei Islands of Japan.

Fun Fact

This large, heavily patterned thrush is similar in appearance to the scaly thrush, to which was considered a subspecies.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the islands of Amami Ōshima and Kakeroma island in the northern Nansei Islands of Japan.

Diet

Diet includes invertebrates and fruit.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance