Cinclosoma castanotum
The Chestnut Quail-thrush (Cinclosoma castanotum) is a striking, medium-sized passerine, endemic to the dry mallee and sclerophyll woodlands of southeastern Australia. Measuring 18-21 cm in length and weighing 38-65g, this ground-dwelling bird is characterized by its brilliant chestnut back and nape, contrasting with a bold black breast band, white throat, and prominent white supercilium above a black ear covert. Its cryptic plumage, resembling a small thrush with the terrestrial habits of a ...
Found primarily in dry sclerophyll forests, mallee woodlands, and semi-arid scrublands, typically at lower elevations and inland regions of southeastern Australia.
Primarily insectivorous, feeding on ants, beetles, caterpillars, and other invertebrates found in leaf litter, occasionally supplemented with small seeds.
The Chestnut Quail-thrush is a diurnal, predominantly terrestrial bird, spending most of its time foraging on the ground. It employs a distinctive scratching motion, using its feet to sift through leaf litter and debris for insects. Often observed in pairs or small family groups, these birds main...
The Chestnut Quail-thrush (Cinclosoma castanotum) is endemic to southeastern mainland Australia. Its primary distribution extends across inland New South Wales, Victoria, and southeastern South Australia. This sedentary species is largely confined to the drier, more arid interior regions where ma...
Least Concern
- Despite its 'thrush' moniker, it is not closely related to true thrushes but named for its song and appearance. - Its 'quail' association comes from its preference for walking and running on the ground, rarely taking flight unless startled. - The intricate plumage patterns serve as masterful ca...