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Red-tailed Laughingthrush

Red-tailed Laughingthrush

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The Red-tailed Laughingthrush is a striking and vocal babbler found in the montane forests of Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its distinctive rufous-red tail and dark crown, contrasting with a olive-brown body.
Where to spot
Found in mountainous regions of mainland Southeast Asia, including parts of Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China. Inhabits montane evergreen forests and dense bamboo thickets, typically at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, varied, and often 'laughing' calls. Look for movement in the mid-story and undergrowth. The prominent rufous-red tail and dark cap are unmistakable identification features.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon. Often observed in small to medium-sized groups.
File:Leiothrichidae - Trochalopteron milnei.jpg
File:Leiothrichidae - Trochalopteron milnei.jpg
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This species is a social bird, often seen in noisy foraging parties that communicate with a wide range of calls, including chuckles, whistles, and harsh scolds.
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