Wood Thrush - Hylocichla mustelina

Length 7.5-8.2 in (19.1-21.0 cm)
Weight 1.4-2.5 oz (40-72 g)
Clutch Size 3-4
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Near Threatened
Continents:NA
     

The Wood Thrush breeds in the eastern half of the United States and winter in southern Mexico and Central America. The Wood Thrush is the official bird of the District of Columbia. Sexes are similar. Diet includes soil invertebrates and fruit. During breeding and nesting they mainly consume insects.

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