Swainson's or Hermit Thrush. (1 Viewer)

[49bentley]

Can someone please identify this thrush. Taken near Port Stanley Ontario in Sep.
Thanks
Chris

 

[birdmeister]

Beautiful Swainson's! Note the very strong buffy color on the chest as well as a bold eye-ring and "spectacles".

 

[49bentley]

Thanks birdmeister. I really find it hard to distinguish the 2. The difference in colour is so slight for me.

 

[bronze sunbird]

Birdmeister is correct: Swainson's. Look for the buff-coloured mark that runs from the front of the eye to the bill. You won't see that mark on a Hermit.

 

[49bentley]

Thanks bronze sunbird.