Crissal Thrasher Identification

Adult

Large, long-tailed bird with a curved bill. Grayish brown overall with a black and white mustache stripe. The undertail coverts are a rich cinnamon color.

Adult

Large with a long tail and curved bill. Brownish gray overall with a black and white mustache stripe.

Adult

Adult

Large with a long tail and cinnamon undertail coverts. Brown overall with a black and white mustache stripe.

Adult

Adult

Adult

Found in desert washes, riparian thickets, and dry scrubby areas. Usually found on or near the ground in dense vegetation, but will perch up to sing during the breeding season.

Habitat