Swainson's thrush / Zwergmusendrossel (Catharus ustulatus)

Swainson's thrush in Central Park. 2024-10-06 15:42:42 New York City, NY

Observations

First documented observation: 2024-09-24 in Annandale, Virginia. Most recent observation: 2024-10-06 in New York City, NY.

Description

Classification: Genus Catharus (Catharus); Family Thrushes (Turdidae)
General: Swainson's thrush (Catharus ustulatus), also called olive-backed thrush and russet-backed thrush, is a medium-sized thrush. It is a member of genus Catharus and is typical of it in terms of its subdued coloration and beautiful, ascending flute-like voice. Swainson's thrush was named after William Swainson, an English ornithologist. [more]