Black Laughingthrush
NameBlack Laughingthrush
Common NameBlack Laughingthrush
Scientific NamePterorhinus lugubris
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)40
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)80
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is entirely sooty-black or dark brown, appearing almost black. It has a distinctive bright orange-red bill and a narrow white or pale grey eye-ring. A faint bluish wash may be visible on the throat and cheeks.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are loud and varied, often described as a series of chattering, whistling, and laughing notes, sometimes including harsh cackles.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Malay Peninsula (southern Thailand and Peninsular Malaysia) and on the island of Sumatra.
Identifying FeaturesBright orange-red bill, Dark sooty-black plumage, Pale eye-ring, Loud, varied laughing calls
Description
The Black Laughingthrush is a medium-sized, dark-plumaged bird known for its striking orange bill and pale eye-ring. It typically forages in the undergrowth of dense forests, often in small, noisy groups, communicating with a variety of loud calls.
