About the Brown Babbler
The Brown Babbler (Turdoides plebejus) 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 brobab1 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 | Turdoides plebejus |
| Species Codes | brobab1, BRBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Babbler belong to?
The Brown Babbler (Turdoides plebejus) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown Babbler?
The Brown Babbler 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 Brown Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brobab1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Laughingthrushes and Allies 143 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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