About the Variable Limestone Babbler
The variable limestone babbler is a species of bird in the family Pellorneidae. It is found in the limestone hills of northern and eastern Thailand northwest to southern Myanmar. Two other Gypsophila species, the Annam limestone babbler and the rufous limestone babbler were previously considered subspecies of G. crispifrons, but a 2020 study found them to be distinct species.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ground Babblers and Allies (Pellorneidae) |
| Species | Gypsophila crispifrons |
| Species Codes | limwrb3, VLBA, VALB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Variable Limestone Babbler belong to?
The Variable Limestone Babbler (Gypsophila crispifrons) belongs to the Ground Babblers and Allies family (Pellorneidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Variable Limestone Babbler?
The variable limestone babbler is a species of bird in the family Pellorneidae. It is found in the limestone hills of northern and eastern Thailand northwest to southern Myanmar. Two other Gypsophila species, the Annam limestone babbler and the rufous limestone babbler were previously considered sub...
Where can I report a Variable Limestone Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Variable Limestone Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code limwrb3, or on iNaturalist.
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