The Brown-headed Thrush (*Turdus chrysolaus*) is a migratory thrush of East Asia, easily identifiable by its plain brown head and back, contrasting with a reddish-orange breast and pale belly. It has a yellow bill.
Where to spot
Breeds in Japan, Sakhalin, and the Kuril Islands. It migrates south to winter in southern China, Taiwan, the Philippines, and Southeast Asia. Inhabits forests, woodlands, parks, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its brown head and reddish breast, combined with a yellow bill. They forage both on the ground and in trees for invertebrates and fruit. Listen for their rich, fluting song.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (spring/early summer) in its northern range, or during migration (spring/autumn) and winter (late autumn to early spring) in its southern range.
Where to spot
Breeds in Japan, Sakhalin, and the Kuril Islands. It migrates south to winter in southern China, Taiwan, the Philippines, and Southeast Asia. Inhabits forests, woodlands, parks, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its brown head and reddish breast, combined with a yellow bill. They forage both on the ground and in trees for invertebrates and fruit. Listen for their rich, fluting song.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (spring/early summer) in its northern range, or during migration (spring/autumn) and winter (late autumn to early spring) in its southern range.
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Wikimedia Commons
This species is often among the first migratory thrushes to arrive at its breeding grounds in spring, signaling the changing seasons.
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