Thrushes

Thrushes are found around the world, and while they are all part of the scientific family Turdidae, they vary widely in terms of color, range, size and song. Robins and bluebirds are some of the most familiar thrushes, but there are many more to see and learn about.

American Robin
Detailed bird profile of the American Robin (Turdus migratorius): appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting American robins to your backyard.

Eastern Bluebird
Detailed bird profile of the eastern bluebird: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting eastern bluebirds to your backyard.

European Robin
Detailed bird profile of the European robin: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting European robins to your backyard.

Fieldfare
The fieldfare is one of the most distinctive thrushes in Europe and Asia, and they are occasionally sighted in North America as well. How would you know if you saw one?

Mountain Bluebird
Detailed bird profile of the mountain bluebird: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting mountain bluebirds to your backyard.

Swainson's Thrush
Detailed bird profile of the Swainson's thrush: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting Swainson's thrushes to your backyard.

Hermit Thrush
Hermit thrushes are one of the most widespread thrushes in North America and the only spotted thrush to winter in North America. Learn more about how to identify and attract these popular thrushes.

Western Bluebird
The western bluebird is more brightly colored but also more rare than its eastern counterpart. Learn where to find these colorful thrushes and how you can attract them to your backyard.

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