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Ethiopian Thrush
Turdus simensis
Ethiopian Thrush (Turdus simensis) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Africa.
The Ethiopian Thrush (Turdus simensis) is a member of the Turdidae family found in Africa. The IUCN Red List lists it as Least Concern.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)Widespread and abundant — not currently at risk.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Turdidae Thrushes
- Genus Turdus
- Species simensis
Quick facts
- Family
- Turdidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Ethiopian Thrush (Turdus simensis) is a member of the Turdidae family, within the order Passeriformes. Its range spans Africa. Its distribution covers AF Eritrea and Ethiopia.
The IUCN Red List currently assesses it as Least Concern. That category covers species that remain widespread and reasonably abundant in the wild.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Ethiopian Thrush live?
The Ethiopian Thrush is found across Africa with a range covering AF Eritrea and Ethiopia.
What family does the Ethiopian Thrush belong to?
The Ethiopian Thrush (Turdus simensis) belongs to the Turdidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Ethiopian Thrush endangered?
The IUCN Red List currently assesses it as Least Concern That category covers species that remain widespread and reasonably abundant in the wild.
Conservation
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