About the Veery
The veery is a small North American thrush species, a member of a group of closely related and similar species in the genus Catharus, also including the gray-cheeked thrush, Bicknell's thrush, Swainson's thrush, and hermit thrush. Alternate names for this species include Wilson's thrush and tawny thrush. Up to six subspecies exist, which are grouped into the eastern veery, the western veery or willow thrush, and the Newfoundland veery.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thrushes and Allies (Turdidae) |
| Species | Catharus fuscescens |
| Species Codes | veery, VEER |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Veery belong to?
The Veery (Catharus fuscescens) belongs to the Thrushes and Allies family (Turdidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Veery?
The veery is a small North American thrush species, a member of a group of closely related and similar species in the genus Catharus, also including the gray-cheeked thrush, Bicknell's thrush, Swainson's thrush, and hermit thrush. Alternate names for this species include Wilson's thrush and tawny th...
Where can I report a Veery sighting?
You can log sightings of Veery on eBird (ebird.org) using species code veery, or on iNaturalist.
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