***In Flockdown with BirdLife South Africa – Day 7***

Thrush'ing out the difference…

🐦The Karoo Thrush (Turdus smithii) is one of the most typical small birds found in the garden. They are an early morning riser, vocalising while in their search for worms, small insects and fruit. They are conspicuous in their movements and are often seen flying short sprint-like flights across the garden.

🐦The Karoo Thrush and the Olive Thrush (Turdus olivaceus) were once considered to be a single species but have since been split. The Karoo Thrush occurs in dry arid regions, while the Olive Thrush occurs in the moist coastal and eastern regions of South Africa. Keep an eye on their throat to tell the two apart.

🐦The Karoo Thrush has adapted well to the suburban landscape and has even made the top-10 list of the most common birds in Johannesburg. They enjoy an afternoon bath, so let’s make sure to keep those birdbaths brimming.

📸(Top Left): Melissa Howes-Whitecross
📸(Bottom Right): Albert Froneman

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