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Birdsong field guide

Austral Thrush

Turdus falcklandii

A robust and common thrush of southern South America, easily identified by its olive-brown plumage and vibrant orange-yellow bill and legs.

What it sounds like

A rich, flute-like melodic song with varied phrases, often punctuated by sharp, repetitive 'tuk-tuk' or 'chak' alarm calls.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Marc Anderson · ChileCC BY-NC-ND Xeno-canto

Field notes

The Falkland Islands subspecies is notably larger and darker than the mainland populations found in Chile and Argentina.
It is a vital seed disperser for native flora, including the seeds of the iconic Monkey Puzzle tree (Araucaria araucana).
Its diet is highly opportunistic, consisting of earthworms, snails, and insects, as well as a wide variety of seasonal fruits.
In Chile, where it is known as the 'Zorzal,' it has successfully adapted to urban life and is a ubiquitous garden bird.
During the breeding season, males are known for their persistent singing from high, exposed perches at both dawn and dusk.

Habitat

Temperate forests, woodlands, scrublands, agricultural areas, and urban parks.

Range

Southern South America, primarily Chile, southern Argentina, and the Falkland Islands.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Abyssinian ThrushTurdus abyssinicus African Bare-eyed ThrushTurdus tephronotus African ThrushTurdus pelios American RobinTurdus migratorius Andean Slaty ThrushTurdus nigriceps Bismarck Island-ThrushTurdus heinrothi Black ThrushTurdus infuscatus Black-billed ThrushTurdus ignobilis

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