Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

The Brown Thrasher is a medium-sized songbird known for its rich, melodious song and striking reddish-brown upperparts. It is distinguished by its long, curved bill, yellow eyes, and streaked underparts. This bird is primarily found in dense thickets, woodland edges, and shrubby areas where it forages for insects, fruits, and seeds. The Brown Thrasher is a secretive bird, often heard before it is seen, and is known for its complex song repertoire. It is a widespread species in the eastern United States and parts of Canada, and is known for its beautiful song and secretive nature.

Habitat: Woodland edges and thickets