
Striped Laughingthrush
A species of Trochalopteron Laughingthrushes Scientific name : Trochalopteron virgatum Genus : Trochalopteron Laughingthrushes
Striped Laughingthrush, A species of Trochalopteron Laughingthrushes
Botanical name: Trochalopteron virgatum
Genus: Trochalopteron Laughingthrushes
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Description

The striped laughingthrush (Trochalopteron virgatum) is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae. It is found in the Patkai range, where its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Size
23 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Striped Laughingthrush primarily feeds on insects, often foraging alone or in pairs rather than in large groups. This species exhibits skulking behavior while searching for food.
Habitat
Striped Laughingthrush typically inhabits regions with dense undergrowth, including areas with thick scrub, prevalent ferns, and a grassy understory. These birds are found in environments adjacent to broadleaf evergreen forests and favor areas characterized by secondary growth and forest edges. Habitats may also include lands once used for farming but now left unattended. The bird is generally associated with moderate to higher elevations, within the defined altitude range.
Dite type
Insectivorous


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Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Laughingthrushes Species
Striped Laughingthrush