Lesser Necklaced Laughingthrush
NameLesser Necklaced Laughingthrush
Common NameLesser Necklaced Laughingthrush
Scientific NameGarrulax monileger
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)38
Length (cm)30
Weight (g)120
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are brownish, contrasting with rufous-buff underparts. The head features a striking white supercilium above a black eye-stripe, and a white throat is bordered by a distinct black band or 'necklace' across the upper breast.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, often raucous and varied vocalizations, including a series of chuckles, whistles, and chattering notes, frequently given in duets or by groups, resembling a 'laughing' sound.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including parts of northeastern India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesWhite supercilium, Black eye-stripe, Black 'necklace' band on breast, Rufous-buff underparts, Loud, laughing calls
Description
This medium-sized babbler is characterized by its distinctive facial markings and a prominent black 'necklace' band. It typically forages on the forest floor in small, noisy groups, often giving its characteristic loud, laughing calls.
