About the Black-throated Laughingthrush
The Black-throated Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus chinensis) is a species of bird in the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 143 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bltlau1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Laughingthrushes and Allies (Leiothrichidae) |
| Species | Pterorhinus chinensis |
| Species Codes | bltlau1, BTLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-throated Laughingthrush belong to?
The Black-throated Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus chinensis) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-throated Laughingthrush?
The Black-throated Laughingthrush is a member of the Laughingthrushes and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-throated Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-throated Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltlau1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Laughingthrushes and Allies 143 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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