About the Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush
The Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus treacheri) 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 chhlau1 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 treacheri |
| Species Codes | chhlau1, CHLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush belong to?
The Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus treacheri) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush?
The Chestnut-hooded 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 Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-hooded Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chhlau1, or on iNaturalist.