Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montanes.
The Cataponera Thrush is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.
Sulawesi Thrush, Cataponera Thrush, Sulawesi Mountain Thrush*, Celebes Mountain Thrush* Catharus aurantiirostris ruugenokk-värbrästas Orange-billed Nightingale-thrush, Orange-billed Nightingale Thrush Catharus bicknelli, Hylocichla bicknelli Bicknell's Thrush Catharus dryas mustpea-värbrästas Spotted Nightingale-thrush, Spotted Nightingale Thrush, Golden-breasted Nightingale-thrush Catharus frantzii, Catharus occidentalis frantzii kuru-värbrästas Ruddy-capped Nightingale-thrush, Frantzius' Nightingale Thrush, Highland Nightingale-thrush Catharus fuscater More