La Selle Thrush
La Selle Thrush
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The La Selle Thrush (*Turdus swalesi*) is an elusive and critically endangered bird endemic to the island of Hispaniola. This medium-sized thrush possesses a dark, somber plumage and is typically found in humid montane forests.
Where to spot
Confined to the high-elevation humid pine and broadleaf forests of the Massif de la Selle and Massif de la Hotte in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. It favors areas with dense undergrowth and leaf litter.
How to spot
This thrush is extremely shy. Patience and a quiet approach are crucial. Look for it foraging silently on the forest floor or listen intently for its soft calls and distinctive thrush-like movements.
When to spot
Can be sought year-round, but observations are rare due to its low numbers and secretive nature. Early mornings are typically the most active periods.
Where to spot
Confined to the high-elevation humid pine and broadleaf forests of the Massif de la Selle and Massif de la Hotte in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. It favors areas with dense undergrowth and leaf litter.
How to spot
This thrush is extremely shy. Patience and a quiet approach are crucial. Look for it foraging silently on the forest floor or listen intently for its soft calls and distinctive thrush-like movements.
When to spot
Can be sought year-round, but observations are rare due to its low numbers and secretive nature. Early mornings are typically the most active periods.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
It is one of the most threatened bird species in the Caribbean, with a tiny and fragmented population restricted to the highest remaining forest patches on Hispaniola.
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