About the Gray Laughingthrush
The Gray Laughingthrush (Garrulax maesi) 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 grylau1 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 | Garrulax maesi |
| Species Codes | grylau1, GRLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray Laughingthrush belong to?
The Gray Laughingthrush (Garrulax maesi) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gray Laughingthrush?
The Gray 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 Gray Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grylau1, or on iNaturalist.