Brown-backed Solitaire
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| Myadestes occidentalis Stejneger, 1882 |
The Brown-backed Solitaire (Myadestes occidentalis) is a thrush, a member of the family Turdidae. As a member of the genus Myadestes, the Brown-backed Solitaire is closely related to other thrushes sharing the common name of "solitaire." It is medium-sized, about 21 centimeters (8 inches) long. Its body is mostly brown with some grayish markings.
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[edit] Habitat and range
It is relatively common in the mountains of Mexico and northern Central America. It tends to be found in semi-deciduous mountain forests, including mixed pine-oak forests. It is often found near streams.
[edit] Voice
The Brown-backed Solitaire's song is a crescendo of accelerating notes, often described as flute- or bell-like. This species also has a squealing, metallic call and a raspy alarm call.
[edit] Taxonomy
As a member of the genus Myadestes, the Brown-backed Solitaire is closely related to other thrushes sharing the common name of "solitaire."
[edit] References
Howell, Steve N.G., and Sophie Webb. "A Guide to the Birds of Mexico and Northern Central America." Oxford University Press, New York, 1995. (ISBN 0-19-854012-4)
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