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Presidio of San Francisco
Hermit Thrush
(Catharus guttatus)
 
Hermit Thrush
Will Elder, NPS
An Hermit Thrush at the Presidio Hills area near the Public Health Service Hospital.
 

Natural History: The Hermit Thrush eats insects, spiders, earthworms, and much fruit. It nests on the ground or in shrubs. It prefers moist habitats.

General Distribution: In the Presidio, this species can be found in willow, scrub, oak, and ornamental areas.

Frequency: This species is common at the Presidio in all seasons but the summer.

Identifying Characteristics: The Hermit Thrush has a prominently speckled breast and gray-brown back. It has complete whitish eye ring and a relatively long, slender beak.

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Jerry Garica was a founding member of the Grateful Dead.  

Did You Know?
A young Jerry Garcia was stationed at the Presidio during his brief service in the U.S. Army. Over the course of his nine-month career, Garcia went AWOL eight times and received two court-martials.

Last Updated: November 16, 2007 at 17:22 EST