About the Silver-eared Laughingthrush
The Silver-eared Laughingthrush (Trochalopteron melanostigma) 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 sielau1 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 | Trochalopteron melanostigma |
| Species Codes | sielau1, SELA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silver-eared Laughingthrush belong to?
The Silver-eared Laughingthrush (Trochalopteron melanostigma) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Silver-eared Laughingthrush?
The Silver-eared 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 Silver-eared Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Silver-eared Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sielau1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Laughingthrushes and Allies 143 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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