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Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

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Illustration of Sage Thrasher (Oreoscoptes montanus)

The Sage Thrasher is the smallest thrasher and the only one found predominantly in sagebrush habitat. It is a spotted, thrush-like bird heavily dependent on intact Great Basin sagebrush steppe. Its rich, continuous, warbling song is one of the signature sounds of the sagebrush West. Short bill and spotted breast distinguish it from other thrashers.

Habitat
Sagebrush steppe of the Great Basin and northern intermountain West
Diet
Insects and berries from sagebrush
How common
Common

Best time to see a Sage Thrasher

The best time to see a Sage Thrasher is January–July, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 4,625 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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