About the Nilgiri Laughingthrush
The Nilgiri laughingthrush is a species of laughingthrush endemic to the high elevation areas of the Nilgiris and adjoining hill ranges in Peninsular India. The mostly rufous underparts, olive brown upperparts, a prominent white eyebrow and a black throat make it unmistakable. It is easily detected by its loud series of nasal call notes and can be hard to spot when it is hidden away inside a patch of dense vegetation. The species has a confusing taxonomic history, leading to a range of names. In the past the species was considered to have two subspecies, the nominate form in the Nilgiris and jerdoni with a grey upper breast and found in the Brahmagiris of Coorg and Banasura range of Wayanad. They are omnivorous, feeding on a range of insects, berries and nectar.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Laughingthrushes and Allies (Leiothrichidae) |
| Species | Montecincla cachinnans |
| Species Codes | bkclau2, NICH, NILA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Nilgiri Laughingthrush belong to?
The Nilgiri Laughingthrush (Montecincla cachinnans) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Nilgiri Laughingthrush?
The Nilgiri Laughingthrush is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Nilgiri Laughingthrush?
The Nilgiri laughingthrush is a species of laughingthrush endemic to the high elevation areas of the Nilgiris and adjoining hill ranges in Peninsular India. The mostly rufous underparts, olive brown upperparts, a prominent white eyebrow and a black throat make it unmistakable. It is easily detected ...
Where can I report a Nilgiri Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Nilgiri Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkclau2, or on iNaturalist.