About the Christmas Island-Thrush
The Christmas Island-Thrush (Turdus erythropleurus) is a species of bird in the Thrushes and Allies family (Turdidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 194 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code islthr9 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thrushes and Allies (Turdidae) |
| Species | Turdus erythropleurus |
| Species Codes | islthr9, ISTH, CITH, CHIT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Christmas Island-Thrush belong to?
The Christmas Island-Thrush (Turdus erythropleurus) belongs to the Thrushes and Allies family (Turdidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Christmas Island-Thrush?
The Christmas Island-Thrush is a member of the Thrushes and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Christmas Island-Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Christmas Island-Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code islthr9, or on iNaturalist.