Redwing

Turdus iliacus

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Brief #

Creamy strip above the eye and orange-red flank patches make it distinctive.

Synonyms #

  • Tordo malvís (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Redwing is close to being at high risk of extinction in the near future.
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Description #

Distinctive cream-coloured strip above the eye and an orange-red flank, brown upperparts with distinctive eyebrows separating ear converts and a double mostachial streak. Underparts are spotted with streaks.

Measurements #

Length: 20 - 22 cm
Wingspan: 33 - 35 cm
Weight: 50 - 75 g

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