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Chestnut-backed Thrush

Chestnut-backed Thrush

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The Rufous-backed Thrush is a colorful thrush endemic to the Lesser Sunda Islands. It is characterized by its bright rufous back and crown, contrasting with a black face and spotted white underparts.
Where to spot
Humid montane forests and dense secondary growth on various islands of the Lesser Sundas, Indonesia.
How to spot
Look on the forest floor in dense, moist forests. Its rufous back and black facial pattern are good identifying features. Listen for its calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, particularly in the morning and late afternoon.
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File:Geokichla dohertyi in Edinburgh Zoo.JPG
File:Turdidae Geokichla dohertyi 2.jpg
File:Geokichla dohertyi, escaped captive bird, Taiwan 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Geokichla dohertyi, escaped captive bird, Taiwan 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Geokichla dohertyi, escaped captive bird, Taiwan 3.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Geokichla dohertyi, escaped captive bird, Taiwan 4.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Geokichla dohertyi, escaped captive bird, Taiwan 5.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Geokichla dohertyi in Edinburgh Zoo.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turdidae Geokichla dohertyi 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This thrush often forages in small groups or pairs on the forest floor, making it potentially easier to spot than solitary ground-thrushes.
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