The unicolored thrush is a species of bird in the family Turdidae. It is endemic to Bolivia. It is a monotypic species.
Region
Bolivian Yungas and Andean foothills
Typical Environment
Occurs in humid to semi-humid evergreen and montane foothill forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth. It favors dense undergrowth and shaded interior forest, often near watercourses. Birds are most often detected by voice at dawn from mid-story perches. It tolerates some habitat disturbance but relies on contiguous forest patches for breeding and foraging.
Altitude Range
600–2200 m
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
Endemic to Bolivia, this thrush is notable for its remarkably uniform, unpatterned brown plumage—hence the name 'unicolored'. It is often shy and keeps to dense, humid foothill forests, where it can be overlooked despite being locally fairly common. Its song is a mellow series of fluted whistles typical of Turdus thrushes.
Temperament
shy and secretive
Flight Pattern
short, direct flights with rapid wingbeats; usually low through forest
Social Behavior
Typically solitary or in pairs during the breeding season. Builds a cup-shaped nest in low to mid-story vegetation. Outside breeding, may join loose mixed flocks at fruiting trees but generally remains inconspicuous.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
A mellow, fluted series of clear whistles delivered at dawn and early morning. Calls include soft chuck or tchup notes from cover.
