Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush
NameChestnut-hooded Laughingthrush
Common NameChestnut-hooded Laughingthrush
Scientific NamePterorhinus treacheri
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)24
Weight (g)68
Plumage DetailsThe head and nape are a distinctive chestnut-brown, forming a 'hood'. The face, throat, and underparts are dark grey, transitioning to a slightly paler grey on the belly. The back and wings are dark grey, with a prominent white or pale grey patch on the primary coverts. The bill is orange-yellow, and the legs are yellowish-orange.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of loud, ringing, and often 'laughing' calls, as well as chattering and whistling notes. They are known for their complex and varied song phrases.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Borneo, found in the montane forests of northern Borneo, primarily in Sabah and Sarawak (Malaysia) and Kalimantan (Indonesia).
Identifying FeaturesChestnut-brown hood, Dark grey body plumage, Prominent white wing patch, Orange-yellow bill, Yellow eye-ring
Description
This medium-sized babbler is characterized by its striking chestnut hood and largely grey body. It typically forages in the undergrowth of montane forests, often in small groups.
