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Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

The Hermit Thrush is a small, brown bird known for its sweet song. It loves to hop around on the forest floor, searching for tasty insects and berries to eat.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Hermit Thrush is a medium-sized bird with a warm brown back and a noticeably reddish-brown tail, which sets it apart from other thrushes. It has a white chest heavily marked with distinct dark spots, and a pale eye-ring.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyTurdidaeGenusCatharus
Hermit Thrush
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Hermit Thrush

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Hermit Thrushes are tough birds, often staying in cold areas later than other thrushes!

Its amazing song is actually two notes sung at once, creating a magical harmony!

They are one of the first migratory birds to return north each spring!

You can often see it flicking its tail up and down while searching for tasty treats!

Special abilities

Ability

Ground Hunter

Hermit Thrush has excellent hearing and vision that helps them spot hidden insects and berries on the forest floor.

Ability

Long-Distance Traveler

Hermit Thrush can fly thousands of kilometers each year because of its strong wing muscles, helping it find warmer climates.

Measurements & details

Length
15-18 cm
Wingspan
25-30 cm
Weight
0.018-0.035 kg
Lifespan
2-10 years
Top Speed
35 km/h
Clutch Size
3-5
Incubation
10-14 days
Migration Distance
4000 km

Diet & Feeding

They mostly eat insects and berries they find on the forest floor.

Age differences: Adults eat more berries and fruits in fall and winter, while insects are dominant in spring and summer.

Primary Foods

  • Insects
  • Beetles
  • Caterpillars
  • Worms
  • Spiders
  • Berries

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Cooper's Hawk

Accipiter cooperii

Common predator in their breeding and wintering grounds.

eaten by

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Sciurus carolinensis

May raid nests for eggs and young nestlings in forest habitats.

eats

Highbush Blueberry

Vaccinium corymbosum

Feeds on berries, especially during migration and winter.

eats

Mountain Pine Beetle

Dendroctonus ponderosae

Forages for ground insects and larvae, helping control pest populations.

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to catch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Hermit Thrush?

15-18 cm

What is Hermit Thrush's wingspan?

25-30 cm

How much does Hermit Thrush weigh?

0.018-0.035 kg

How long does Hermit Thrush live?

2-10 years

How fast can Hermit Thrush move?

35 km/h

What does Hermit Thrush eat?

They mostly eat insects and berries they find on the forest floor.

Where is Hermit Thrush usually found?

Forests

How does Hermit Thrush hunt?

Foraging

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