Red-tailed Laughingthrush
NameRed-tailed Laughingthrush
Common NameRed-tailed Laughingthrush
Scientific NameGarrulax milnei
FamilyLeiothrichidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)27
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsThis species features a distinctive orange crown and nape, a white cheek patch bordered by a black eye-line, and a grey body. Its most prominent features are the bright red primary coverts forming a large wing patch and a red base to the tail feathers, which transition to blackish towards the tip.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, varied, and often chattering or 'laughing' vocalizations, which are typical of many laughingthrush species. Calls can include whistles, trills, and harsh notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, specifically in montane regions of southern China (Yunnan, Guangxi), northeastern Myanmar, northern Thailand, northern Laos, and northern Vietnam.
Identifying FeaturesOrange crown and nape, White cheek patch with black eye-line, Grey body plumage, Prominent bright red wing patch, Red base to tail feathers
Description
The Red-tailed Laughingthrush is a striking babbler known for its vibrant plumage. It typically forages in the undergrowth of montane forests, often in small, noisy flocks, searching for insects and fruits.
