About the Karoo Thrush
The Karoo thrush, also known as Smith's thrush, is a member of the thrush family in Africa. It has traditionally been considered a subspecies of the olive thrush, but is increasingly treated as a separate species. The specific name honours the Scottish military surgeon and zoologist Sir Andrew Smith.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thrushes and Allies (Turdidae) |
| Species | Turdus smithi |
| Species Codes | karthr1, KATH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Karoo Thrush belong to?
The Karoo Thrush (Turdus smithi) belongs to the Thrushes and Allies family (Turdidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Karoo Thrush?
The Karoo thrush, also known as Smith's thrush, is a member of the thrush family in Africa. It has traditionally been considered a subspecies of the olive thrush, but is increasingly treated as a separate species. The specific name honours the Scottish military surgeon and zoologist Sir Andrew Smith...
Where can I report a Karoo Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Karoo Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code karthr1, or on iNaturalist.
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