Orange-headed Thrush

Orange-headed Thrush Natural History

Size

The orange-headed thrush is 20–24cm long and weighs 47–60g.

Habitat and Distribution

These birds inhabit subtropical lowlands in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Thailand and Vietnam.

Diet

They are omnivores, feeding largely on insects but also consume fruits and seeds.

Groups and Breeding

These birds don’t form flocks.

Threats

Due to their large range and healthy population these birds are listed as Least Concern.

Interesting Facts

Males and females are both greyish but females have brownish-coloured heads while males have an orange head.

The Orange-headed Thrushes During Your Day Out in Kent

The Orange-headed Thrushes at Wingham Wildlife Park can be found in the Tropical House. We have a male and female and they live alongside a number of other species including rainbow lorikeets and Vietnam pheasants.