About the Rufous-crowned Laughingthrush
The Rufous-crowned Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus ruficeps) 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 ruclau2 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 ruficeps |
| Species Codes | ruclau2, RCLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-crowned Laughingthrush belong to?
The Rufous-crowned Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus ruficeps) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-crowned Laughingthrush?
The Rufous-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 Rufous-crowned Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-crowned Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruclau2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Laughingthrushes and Allies 143 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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