Grey-backed Thrush
Grey-backed Thrush
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The Grey-backed Thrush (*Turdus hortulorum*) is a migratory thrush of East Asia. Males have a distinctive grey back and head with a white belly and chestnut flanks, while females are duller brown.
Where to spot
Breeds in northeastern China, North Korea, and southeastern Siberia. It migrates south to winter in southern China and Southeast Asia, including parts of Vietnam and Thailand. Inhabits forests, woodlands, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for the male's distinctive grey back and chestnut flanks. They often forage on the ground, especially for earthworms, or in fruit-bearing trees. Listen for their clear, musical song during breeding season.
When to spot
Best observed during its breeding season (late spring/summer) in its northern range, or during spring and autumn migration in various stopover sites. Wintering birds can be found from late autumn to early spring.
Where to spot
Breeds in northeastern China, North Korea, and southeastern Siberia. It migrates south to winter in southern China and Southeast Asia, including parts of Vietnam and Thailand. Inhabits forests, woodlands, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for the male's distinctive grey back and chestnut flanks. They often forage on the ground, especially for earthworms, or in fruit-bearing trees. Listen for their clear, musical song during breeding season.
When to spot
Best observed during its breeding season (late spring/summer) in its northern range, or during spring and autumn migration in various stopover sites. Wintering birds can be found from late autumn to early spring.
This species has one of the longest migratory routes among Asian thrushes, traveling thousands of kilometers between its breeding and wintering grounds.
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