About the Rufous-necked Laughingthrush
The Rufous-necked Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus ruficollis) 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 runlau1 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 ruficollis |
| Species Codes | runlau1, RNLA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-necked Laughingthrush belong to?
The Rufous-necked Laughingthrush (Pterorhinus ruficollis) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-necked Laughingthrush?
The Rufous-necked 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-necked Laughingthrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-necked Laughingthrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code runlau1, or on iNaturalist.