Wood Thrush, Hermit Thrush or Ovenbird? (1 Viewer)

[attml]

My guess is Hermit Thrush but would love some expert opinions. I know Oven Birds have color in their crown in Summer but am not sure about winter? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated! Than you very much!

Mark

 

[fugl]

Hermit Thrush

 

[howiewu]

Hermit Thrush

Agreed!

To OP: when and where did you take this picture? I assume it was recently, and your location is in MD, then Hermit certainly is the default thrush in winter (besides American Robin and Eastern Bluebird, which are easily distinguished).

 

[RJP]

An addition to howiewu's addition - Ovenbirds migrate to Mexico and south Florida for the winter. It would be a very unexpected species in Maryland in February.