Prince Henry's Laughingthrush
NamePrince Henry's Laughingthrush
Common NamePrince Henry's Laughingthrush
Scientific NameGarrulax henrici
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)27
Weight (g)80
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly dark greyish-brown, with a striking white crescent-shaped mark below the eye that contrasts with a darker loral patch. The wings feature bluish-grey primaries and a rufous-chestnut patch on the tertials/flanks. The tail is dark with white tips on the outer rectrices, and the legs are reddish-brown.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its varied and often loud vocalizations, including chattering, whistling, and harsh notes, characteristic of many laughingthrush species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to central and southern China, primarily found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.
Identifying FeaturesDark greyish-brown plumage, Prominent white crescent below the eye, Rufous-chestnut patch on flanks/tertials, Dark tail with white tips on outer feathers, Reddish-brown legs
Description
This medium-sized babbler is characterized by its dark plumage and a distinctive white crescent below the eye. It is typically found foraging in the dense undergrowth of broadleaf evergreen forests in its native range.
