32,383 observationsLeast Concern
Swainson's Thrush
Catharus ustulatus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Turdidae ›Genus: Catharus
About
Swainson's thrush (Catharus ustulatus), also called olive-backed thrush, is a medium-sized thrush. It is a member of Catharus genus and is typical of it in terms of its subdued coloration and beautiful voice. Swainson's thrush was named after William Swainson, an English ornithologist.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Swainson's Thrush is Catharus ustulatus.
- Swainson's Thrush belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Swainson's Thrush belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Swainson's Thrush belongs to the class Aves.
- Swainson's Thrush belongs to the order Passeriformes.
- Swainson's Thrush belongs to the family Turdidae.
- Swainson's Thrush belongs to the genus Catharus.