About the Rufous-cheeked Laughingthrush
The Rufous-cheeked Laughingthrush (Garrulax castanotis) 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 ruclau3 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 castanotis |
| Species Codes | ruclau3, RCLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-cheeked Laughingthrush belong to?
The Rufous-cheeked Laughingthrush (Garrulax castanotis) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-cheeked Laughingthrush?
The Rufous-cheeked 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-cheeked Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-cheeked Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruclau3, or on iNaturalist.