Maybe a Hermit Thrush?

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MtnAg08
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Maybe a Hermit Thrush?

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Caught this guy the other note singing on a branch (no audio) during an evening walk in Avon, CO. I'm thinking it's a Hermit Thrush?
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Re: Maybe a Hermit Thrush?

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The spotted thrushes are always a challenge; this one is a better fit for Swainson's based on the eye ring.
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Re: Maybe a Hermit Thrush?

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I agree with Swainson's. Buffy eyering and lighter malar stripes and breast spotting. Song is very helpful in distinguishing the two.
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