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Black-billed Thrush

Black-billed Thrush

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The Black-billed Thrush (*Turdus ignobilis*) is a common and widespread thrush found in northern South America. It is typically dark olive-brown on the upperparts with a contrasting paler, often creamy, belly and a dark bill.
Where to spot
Inhabits a wide range of open and semi-open habitats, including woodlands, forest edges, clearings, secondary growth, coffee plantations, parks, and gardens, primarily in Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.
How to spot
Look for it foraging on the ground or in low shrubs. Its dark bill and overall dull plumage, contrasted with a creamy belly, are good identification marks. Listen for its rich and varied song.
When to spot
Observable year-round as a resident species. It is most vocal and active during the early morning and late afternoon, especially during the breeding season.
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File:Turdus ignobilis, Black-billed Thrush.jpg
File:Turdus ignobilis -Manizales, Caldas, Colombia-8.jpg
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (10740816565).jpg
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (6559198731).jpg
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (6575693353).jpg
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File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (9596724869).jpg
File:Black-billed thrush (Turdus ignobilis debilis) Sumaco.jpg
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File:Turdus ignobilis, Black-billed Thrush.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdus ignobilis -Manizales, Caldas, Colombia-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (10740816565).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (6559198731).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (6575693353).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (7594356580).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (8338112457).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdus ignobilis Mirla embarradora Black-Billed Thrush (9596724869).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This thrush is known for its exceptionally varied and melodious song, which includes mimicry of other bird species, making it a delight to listen to in its habitat.
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