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Papuan Island Thrush
Turdus papuensis
Papuan Island Thrush (Turdus papuensis) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Australia & Oceania.
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The Papuan Island Thrush (Turdus papuensis) is a member of the Turdidae family found in Australia & Oceania.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Turdidae Thrushes
- Genus Turdus
- Species papuensis
Quick facts
- Family
- Turdidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Papuan Island Thrush (Turdus papuensis) belongs to the Turdidae family of the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU montane New Guinea and Goodenough (D'Entrecasteaux Arch.).
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Papuan Island Thrush live?
The Papuan Island Thrush is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU montane New Guinea and Goodenough (D'Entrecasteaux Arch.).
What family does the Papuan Island Thrush belong to?
The Papuan Island Thrush (Turdus papuensis) belongs to the Turdidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Conservation
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