Natumanns Thrush

Walks and pauses on the ground.

Scientific name	Turdus eunomus
English name	Natumanns Thrush
Japanese name	鶫
Class	Aves
Order	Passeriformes
Family	Turdidae
Genus	Turdus
Species	eunomus
Full length	24cm
Distribution	Throughout Japan

Natumanns Thrush Characteristics and Morphology

About the size of a Brown-eared Bulbul. The initial impression is of a brown bird. Mostly the same color for both sexes.
Dark brown from the crown to the back. The supercilium is light brown. The iris is black, and the beak is yellow at the base and black at the tip. The back is brown, and the tips of the wings are a vivid brown. The belly has a mottled pattern of white and black. The silhouette from the back to the tail feathers is a straight line. The legs are brown or flesh-colored.

Song

Calls with a slightly high-pitched voice such as "kyo-kyo" or "kyuii." Makes a sound when taking off.

Natumanns Thrush Ecology

Habitat

A wild bird found throughout Japan in riverbeds, parks, and other locations. It inhabits grasslands, riverbeds, parks, and similar environments.

Food

Eats insects and plant seeds found on the ground.

Life Cycle

Flies to Japan in winter to overwinter.

Natumanns Thrush Photos

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A round belly when viewed from the side.

Natumanns Thrush Behavior

Walking on the Ground

Walks and pauses on the ground on warm days from winter to spring. It is often seen bending its body into a 'く' shape and digging in the ground. It becomes wary when approached within a certain distance and flies away while calling. It may also be perched on branches.

Flocks

May act alone or in flocks depending on the amount of food available in the vicinity. Other than when in flocks, it gives the impression of being solitary.

Natumanns Thrush Information

Naming

The English name "Dusky" means "dark-colored" or "dull," and is derived from the appearance of this species.

Natumanns Thrush Found Locations

Asakawa, Hachiōji

Often seen along the Asakawa River in Hachiōji. It is relatively easy to spot because it appears not only in thickets but also in places where short grass grows. Its hopping movements are characteristic, making it easy to distinguish even from a distance. In Asakawa, it is often found not only in grasslands but also on rocky riverbanks.