Gray-cheeked Thrush

Turdus grayi

The Gray-cheeked Thrush is a medium-sized migratory songbird found in North and South America. It is known for its subtle grayish-brown plumage and distinctive gray cheeks. During the breeding season, it can be found in the boreal forests of Canada and Alaska, where it nests in dense vegetation. In the winter, it migrates to South America, where it inhabits montane forests and humid woodlands. This species primarily forages on the forest floor for insects, berries, and small invertebrates. The Gray-cheeked Thrush is known for its melodic and flute-like song, which it uses to communicate and establish territories during the breeding season.

Habitat: Boreal forests, montane forests, humid woodlands