though frequently near dwellings, and seldom in lofty situations, preferring low trees or 
even bushes for its dwelling place. 
Its song is one of the most beautiful of bird utterances ; strong, rich and varied, and 
with a peculiar metallic quality belonging to no other bird. 
PLATE LXIIl.—WILSON’S THRUSH. TAWNY THRUSH. 
VEBRY. 
Turdus fuscescens. 
Above reddish-brown, nearly continuous m shade, including § tail ; 
beneath white, less pure on sides, and even yellowish on throat and 
upper-breast ; spotted with brown on the breast and sides of the 
throat; tail rather short and slightly notched; upper mandible darker 
than lower one; feet pale. Length, 7.50 inches. 
Migratory. Arrives early in May, leaves early in September. Nests low, often upon 
the ground. 
A shy bird, frequenting dark woods or swamps. 
A fine singer. 
