Javan Whistling Thrush
A species of Whistling thrushes Scientific name : Myophonus glaucinus Genus : Whistling thrushes
Javan Whistling Thrush, A species of Whistling thrushes
Botanical name: Myophonus glaucinus
Genus: Whistling thrushes
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Description
Photo By Wich'yanan Limparungpatthanakij
Description
The Javan whistling thrush (Myophonus glaucinus) is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is found in Java and Bali. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Size
27 cm
Feeding Habits
Javan Whistling Thrush primarily consumes small animals such as frogs, crickets, beetles, snails, slugs, and woodlice, complemented by berries. This bird forages on the ground, exhibiting terrestrial feeding behaviors with no unique dietary adaptations highlighted.
Habitat
The habitat of javan Whistling Thrush predominantly consists of the ground and lower storeys of montane forests within broader subtropical to tropical regions. These birds have an affinity for darker, sheltered environments such as caves and crevices, which they use as refuges. While not specifically dependent on aquatic environments, javan Whistling Thrush are frequently found on forest ridges.
Dite type
Omnivorous
Photo By Wich'yanan Limparungpatthanakij
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Old world flycatchers Genus
Whistling thrushes Species
Javan Whistling Thrush