Which Thrush? South central Pennsylvania - 12/1/2012 (1 Viewer)

[jmepler]

I saw this thrush a few days ago.

Hermit Thrush would be the default winter thrush here, but the spots don't seem bold enough and I never got a look at it's back.

What do you think?

Mike

 

[GreatHorn14]

Hermit is truly the only non-bluebird non-robin thrush that should be in your area now. I can make out a thin, complete eye ring and a little rufous color on the wings and tail, so I see nothing against Hermit.

 

[The Falcon]

Looks good for Hermit Thrush, from what little you can see. Hermit's can show lighter spots, instead of bold.

See here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ganesh_j/5085458835/lightbox/

 

[jmepler]

I had initially assumed that it was a Hermit Thrush, but when I was looking through my pictures I was bothered by the spots.

Thanks for the help,
Mike

 

[michaelboustead]

Can I ask where you saw this bird.

Mike

 

[jmepler]

Can I ask where you saw this bird.

Mike

Sure, I was at Safe Harbor, looking for crossbills. If you are familiar with the area I was in the conifer grove east of the village of Safe Harbor, near the water tower.

Mike