Spotted Nightingale-Thrush

Pheugopedius maculipectus

The Spotted Nightingale-Thrush is a medium-sized thrush found in the cloud forests of Central and South America. It is known for its beautiful, melodic song that echoes through the dense vegetation. This species has a distinctive spotted plumage, with a brownish-olive back and wings, and a creamy white belly with bold black spots. They forage on the forest floor for insects, worms, and berries, using their long legs to hop and run. Their breeding season varies by location, and they build cup-shaped nests in dense vegetation. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, the Spotted Nightingale-Thrush faces conservation concerns in some parts of its range.

Habitat: Cloud forests of Central and South America