Orange-headed Ground Thrushes
Thrushes
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The Orange-headed Ground Thrush (Zoothera citrina) is a thrush that is common in well-wooded areas of India, China and southeast Asia. Most populations are resident. The species shows a preference for shady damp areas and can be quite secretive.They do not form flocks.
The race Zoothera citrina cyanotus is a resident in the hills of southern India and the Western Ghats. They have a white throat and two black stripes running below the eyes. This race is known locally as the White-throated Ground Thrush.
Description:
Males of this small thrush have uniform grey upperparts, and orange head and underparts. Females and young birds are duller, with brown upper parts.
Four youngsters Female which is a dull colour The male which is a darker colour
Diet / Feeding:
Orange-headed Thrushes are omnivorous, eating a wide range of insects, earthworms and fruit.
Captive Diet:
Terry Gonsolvis (a breeder located in Bristol, UK) feeds mainly of earthworms when young are in the nest; and out of the breeding season the diet he provides consists of mealworms and minced morsels - which is a dog food with grated cheese.
Breeding / Nesting:
In their natural habitat, these ground thrushes nest in trees.
Captive Breeding:
Terry Gonsolvis recommends: "One very important factor is to separate the breeding pair out of the breeding season otherwise the male could kill the female. The cock bird has a beautiful song and is a joy to watch.
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