
Variegated Laughingthrush
Variegated Laughingthrush
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The Variegated Laughingthrush is a colorful and active babbler found across the eastern Himalayas and parts of China. It features a striking pattern of rufous, olive, and grey, with a distinctive dark cap and facial markings.
Where to spot
Ranges from the eastern Himalayas (northeastern India, Bhutan) through Myanmar and southern China. Inhabits dense undergrowth of montane broadleaf forests, especially rhododendron and bamboo thickets, at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, ringing, and often duet calls. Look for a bold, multi-colored bird moving through dense foliage or foraging on the ground. Its complex pattern of rufous, olive, and grey, along with its dark cap, are key ID features.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most vocal and active during the breeding season (spring/early summer). Often observed in the early morning and late afternoon, in small groups.
Where to spot
Ranges from the eastern Himalayas (northeastern India, Bhutan) through Myanmar and southern China. Inhabits dense undergrowth of montane broadleaf forests, especially rhododendron and bamboo thickets, at mid to high elevations.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, ringing, and often duet calls. Look for a bold, multi-colored bird moving through dense foliage or foraging on the ground. Its complex pattern of rufous, olive, and grey, along with its dark cap, are key ID features.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most vocal and active during the breeding season (spring/early summer). Often observed in the early morning and late afternoon, in small groups.
This species is known for its playful and curious nature, sometimes approaching observers if they remain still and quiet.
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