Amami Thrush

Zoothera major

The Amami Thrush (Zoothera major) is a medium-sized bird native to the forests of the Amami Islands in Japan. It has a distinctive mottled brown plumage with a white belly and a speckled throat. This thrush is known for its melodious and varied song, which it uses to communicate and defend its territory. It primarily forages on the forest floor, feeding on insects, earthworms, and small fruits. The Amami Thrush is an important seed disperser in its habitat, contributing to the regeneration of the forest ecosystem. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, the population of the Amami Thrush is declining, and it is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Forests of the Amami Islands