About the Blue-crowned Laughingthrush
The Blue-crowned Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus courtoisi) 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 buclau1 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 courtoisi |
| Species Codes | buclau1, BCLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-crowned Laughingthrush belong to?
The Blue-crowned Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus courtoisi) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blue-crowned Laughingthrush?
The Blue-crowned 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 Blue-crowned Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-crowned Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code buclau1, or on iNaturalist.