The Ashy Thrush is a distinctive thrush endemic to the Philippines, characterized by its overall ashy-grey plumage and a contrasting bright orange-yellow eye-ring and bill.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests, particularly mossy and cloud forests, on the islands of Luzon, Mindoro, and Negros in the Philippines.
How to spot
Look on the forest floor or low branches. Its overall grey color with the bright eye-ring and bill are excellent field marks. Listen for its varied vocalizations.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, often more visible than some other ground-thrushes.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests, particularly mossy and cloud forests, on the islands of Luzon, Mindoro, and Negros in the Philippines.
How to spot
Look on the forest floor or low branches. Its overall grey color with the bright eye-ring and bill are excellent field marks. Listen for its varied vocalizations.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, often more visible than some other ground-thrushes.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This thrush is a bird of mossy montane forests, often seen foraging on the forest floor, using its bright bill to probe for food.
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