Grey-sided Laughingthrush
Grey-sided Laughingthrush
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The Grey-sided Laughingthrush is a large, distinctive species, named for its contrasting grey flanks and chestnut back. These highly vocal and social birds move in noisy groups through the undergrowth of montane forests. It is native to the Himalayas and parts of Southeast Asia.
Where to spot
Found across the eastern Himalayas, northeastern India, Nepal, Bhutan, northern Myanmar, and parts of southern China. It inhabits dense undergrowth, bamboo thickets, and rhododendron forests in montane broadleaf and mixed forests at high elevations.
How to spot
Listen for their loud, distinctive calls, which often precede visual contact. Look for groups foraging actively on the forest floor or in dense low vegetation. The combination of grey sides and a chestnut back is key.
When to spot
Resident throughout its extensive range. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to observe them as they forage. They are particularly vocal during the breeding season.
Where to spot
Found across the eastern Himalayas, northeastern India, Nepal, Bhutan, northern Myanmar, and parts of southern China. It inhabits dense undergrowth, bamboo thickets, and rhododendron forests in montane broadleaf and mixed forests at high elevations.
How to spot
Listen for their loud, distinctive calls, which often precede visual contact. Look for groups foraging actively on the forest floor or in dense low vegetation. The combination of grey sides and a chestnut back is key.
When to spot
Resident throughout its extensive range. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to observe them as they forage. They are particularly vocal during the breeding season.
The Grey-sided Laughingthrush is known for its remarkable repertoire of calls, which include a wide range of whistles, trills, and cackles, often performed in a synchronous chorus by the group.
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