La Selle Thrush
A species of True thrushes Scientific name : Turdus swalesi Genus : True thrushes
La Selle Thrush, A species of True thrushes
Botanical name: Turdus swalesi
Genus: True thrushes
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Photo By Ron Knight from Seaford, East Sussex, United Kingdom , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
The La Selle thrush (Turdus swalesi) is a species of bird in the family Turdidae native to Hispaniola (Dominican Republic and Haiti). A skulker of broadleaf and pine forests around 1300m, it is limited to a small and declining population in inland Dominican Republic, as well as a relict population in Haiti. 
Size
27 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
La Selle Thrush forages on the ground for earthworms and insects, supplementing its diet with fruits. This thrush has adapted to exploit diverse food sources, adjusting its feeding behavior to the availability of these staples.
Habitat
The la Selle Thrush is predominantly found in the lush, dense understories of wet montane broadleaf forests and occasionally in pine forests that boast a rich broadleaf understory. Preferring elevations of 1,300 to 2,100 meters, these birds thrive in regions where climbing bamboo proliferates. The la Selle Thrush favors moist, sheltered environments, often around geological formations like limestone outcroppings, sinkholes, and ravines. Its habitat is also characterized by broadleaf forests situated in areas not typically altered by agriculture.
Dite type
Omnivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Behavior
Despite usually shy behavior, it often boldly approaches roads and other human artifacts. It only usually sings at dusk and dawn, when it is most active.
Distribution Area
Turdus swalesi is found only on Hispaniola in the Caribbean. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane habitats. The La Selle thrush is threatened by habitat loss.
Photo By Ron Knight from Seaford, East Sussex, United Kingdom , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Thrushes Genus
True thrushes Species
La Selle Thrush 
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