ORANGE THRUSH - Why has the bird that symbolizes Brazil adapted so well to cities?

-



ORANGE THRUSH

Hello! In this post you will meet one of the most emblematic birds in Brazil and very present in most cities in the country: the Orange Thrush. A bird that has a beautiful song, in addition to flying with great agility and moving very well on the ground too. Stay with us and learn all about the emblematic Orange Thrush!


Large urban centers around the world are not just home to people. They also have a wide diversity of animal species that take advantage of what cities have to offer. One of the most common types of animals that have adapted to cities and that we can find very easily in most urban centers are birds.


Generally, cities are home to a few different species of birds, which live in urban parks, preserved portions of forest and buildings scattered throughout their territory. They feed on insects, small reptiles and mammals, fish, fruits and even food waste generated by human activity.


Brazil has 1,971 registered bird species, 293 of which are endemic, which places it in third place among the countries with the highest rate of bird endemism in the world.


Among the many species of birds that live in Brazil, one stands out, not only for its beautiful song and wide distribution throughout the country, but also for its strong ability to adapt to cities:

The Orange Thrush. It is considered the symbol bird of Brazil and the state of São Paulo, in addition to being known for its beautiful song and orange chest.


ORANGE THRUSH

There are more than 300 different species of thrushes around the world. All species that live in South America today are actually descended from a common ancestor, coming from North America about 20 million years ago.


This bird adapts very well to cities and can be found in virtually any region of the country. It has brown plumage, a rust-red belly and a dark yellow beak. It measures approximately twenty-five centimeters and weighs around 75 grams. The orange thrush has an estimated life expectancy of ten years.


It feeds on invertebrates and fruits. Worms are one of his favorite meals and he can feel them squirming under the ground. In big cities, due to the lack of natural food, bowls with dog food left in open backyards can also serve as food for thrushes.


A much appreciated singing bird, which resembles the sound of a flute. Sings mainly at dawn and in the afternoon. The song serves to demarcate territory and, in the case of males, to attract females. It is cited by several poets as the bird that sings in the season of love, that is, in the spring.

In the indigenous Tupi language, sabiá means “the one who prays a lot”, in allusion to the song of this bird. A Tupi legend says that when a child hears the song of the “sabiá” during the early hours of spring, he will be blessed with peace, love and happiness.


In some places in the city of São Paulo, due to the high volume of noise produced by cars, the orange thrush has changed its singing habit and started to sing at late night, which is quieter.  


ORANGE THRUSH

To reproduce in large cities, the orange thrush can make its nest in eaves of roofs and other types of urban buildings, as well as bushes and trees. The structure of the nest is made of fibers and sticks connected by a little mud, in the shape of a deep bowl. To make the nest more comfortable inside, they use softer materials like flower stalks and grass.


The nest is usually made between September and January and the incubation period lasts around thirteen days. The female is solely responsible for building the nest and incubating the eggs. The male is responsible for protecting the nest. Feeding, caring for the chicks and cleaning the nest are carried out jointly by the couple.


If you live in a big city in Brazil, it is very likely that you have already seen this bird around. After all, it is very common in urban centers, as it has managed to adapt very well to this type of location. 


You can find them on city streets, flying between roofs, trees and poles. But it is also very easy to find them in squares and urban parks, as these places have many trees and dirt and grass floors.  


After all, even though these birds have adapted very well to urbanization, natural places are still their favorite places to live and especially to feed.


The next time you walk around, try to look out for a thrush. 


And if you like content about wild animals and their relationship with cities, leave your like and subscribe to the channel. With your help, we can tell you many interesting stories.


And let us know in the comments if you've seen a thrush in the city where you live. What do they do there? We really want to know your story.


Bio is life… Bio web…




Follow our Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/biowebtv   


Subscribe our YouTube channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsjqHSG4s4x7pIENpGpkgZA?sub_confirmation=1


#OrangeThrush #birds #UrbanBirds #animals 

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

URBAN COATIS: What Do These Curious Animals Do in the City?

-
Image
Urban Coatis Have you ever stopped to think about the presence of coatis in our cities? Today, we'll explore this intriguing phenomenon and find out if these adorable mammals are friends or invaders in our urban centers. Stay with us until the end to unravel this mystery! Coatis, native mammals of the Americas, have surprised researchers with their remarkable adaptability in urban environments. Among these locations, the Tietê Ecological Park stands out, a green oasis amidst the urban hustle and bustle of São Paulo. Once considered exclusive inhabitants of tropical forests, coatis have been increasingly sighted in urban areas, challenging the boundaries imposed by human expansion. In Tietê Ecological Park, this adaptation is particularly striking. This vast park, located on the banks of the Tietê River, offers coatis a variety of essential resources for their survival. Among them, extensive forests, bodies of water, and dense vegetation areas stand out, providing shelter, food, and...
Read more

TEGU LIZARDS: The Hidden Residents of Urban Landscapes

-
Image
TEGU LIZARD Hello everyone! Have you ever come across a Tegu lizard in the city and wondered what its true role is in our urban environment? Well, today we're going to explore this fascinating world of Tegus, discover their feeding habits, their impact on urban areas, and their importance to the ecosystem. So, stay tuned until the end as we unravel this mystery together! Tegu lizards, from the Teiidae family and Tupinambis genus, have a fascinating evolutionary history dating back millions of years. Originating from South America, these reptiles have a long history of adaptation and diversification in different environments. Throughout their evolution, Tegus have developed a series of characteristics that have made them successful in their ecological niche. Their agile and robust body structure, for example, makes them excellent hunters and escape artists. Tegu lizards are the products of millions of years of adaptive evolution, resulting in a resilient and successful species capab...
Read more

Urban Animals - Adapted to Concrete

-
Image
We are more than seven billion people housing the planet. We have changed the nature so that it would be suitable for our needs. We become the most adapted beings that dwell the Earth. Or is it not? The fact is that now few of us are able to live in natural conditions on the earth. We have evolved so much that we have lost our ability to survive in nature. Without our tools and technologies we are fragilized. Imagine, how many days can you stay without looking at your mobile phone or any other screen? Would that be the end of the world? Our way of housing the planet has not only affected our lives, but also affected all the other forms of life that share the planet with us. Animals and plants had to adapt to what we did and what we still do on Earth.  Animals and plants are the true evolved life forms and best adapted to live here. There are more than eight million species known, other than that were not yet cataloged. And at least the great majority of them live in balance with na...
Read more