About the Townsend's solitaire
The Townsend's solitaire (Myadestes townsendi) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Townsend's solitaire is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat loss
- Climate change
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
North America
Continent: North America
Country: United States
Region: Northwest
Distribution Overview
Primarily in the mountainous regions of the West
Quick Facts
- Size
- 20 - 24 cm
- Weight
- 31 - 35 g
- Lifespan
- Up to 8 years years
- Diet
- FruitsInsects
Habitat
Mountain forestsWoodlands
Behavior
- Defends large territories
- Sings from a high perch
- Feeds mostly on berries and insects