About the Red-and-black Thrush
The red-and-black thrush, also known as the Peleng thrush, is a species of bird in the family Turdidae. It is endemic to forests on the Indonesian islands of Taliabu and Peleng, where threatened by habitat loss. Traditionally, it has been considered a subspecies of the red-backed thrush.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thrushes and Allies (Turdidae) |
| Species | Geokichla mendeni |
| Species Codes | rabthr1, RABT |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-and-black Thrush belong to?
The Red-and-black Thrush (Geokichla mendeni) belongs to the Thrushes and Allies family (Turdidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Red-and-black Thrush?
The Red-and-black Thrush is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Red-and-black Thrush?
The red-and-black thrush, also known as the Peleng thrush, is a species of bird in the family Turdidae. It is endemic to forests on the Indonesian islands of Taliabu and Peleng, where threatened by habitat loss. Traditionally, it has been considered a subspecies of the red-backed thrush....
Where can I report a Red-and-black Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-and-black Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rabthr1, or on iNaturalist.
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