The Clay-colored Thrush is the national bird of Costa Rica and a common, adaptable thrush found from southern Texas through Central America to northern Colombia. It is recognized by its plain, uniform dull brown plumage.
Where to spot
Forests, woodlands, clearings, gardens, parks, and urban areas from southern Texas, through Central America, to northern Colombia.
How to spot
Easily observed in a variety of open and semi-open habitats. Look for it foraging on lawns or in trees. Its plain, uniform brown color is its key identifier. Listen for its common, rather simple, but pleasant song.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, particularly vocal at dawn and dusk.
Where to spot
Forests, woodlands, clearings, gardens, parks, and urban areas from southern Texas, through Central America, to northern Colombia.
How to spot
Easily observed in a variety of open and semi-open habitats. Look for it foraging on lawns or in trees. Its plain, uniform brown color is its key identifier. Listen for its common, rather simple, but pleasant song.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active throughout the day, particularly vocal at dawn and dusk.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
In Costa Rica, its melodious song is considered a harbinger of rain, earning it the local name 'Yigüirro.'
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