Catharus ustulatus
Catharus ustulatus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="catharus-ustulatus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Catharus ustulatus, the Swainson's thrush, is a migratory spotted thrush of the family Turdidae. Fossil material from the United States contributes to its Pleistocene avian record. Primarily frugivorous and insectivorous, it undertakes long transoceanic migrations between North American breeding grounds and South American wintering areas. Its distinctive buffy eye ring and rising, spiraling song are diagnostic. Pleistocene fossils indicate a stable North American presence across glacial cycles.
Diet & Feeding
Catharus ustulatus was a plant-eating dinosaur. Herbivores typically fed on ferns, cycads, conifers, and other vegetation available during their era. Many herbivorous dinosaurs developed specialized teeth and digestive systems for processing tough plant material.
Discovery & Naming
| Discovery Location | United States |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Herbivore |
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