Black-faced Laughingthrush

Trochalopteron melanostigma

The Black-faced Laughingthrush is a medium-sized bird found in the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. It has a distinctive black face with a white throat and chest. The upperparts are olive-brown, and the underparts are buffy with dark streaks. This species is known for its loud and melodious calls, often heard in dense undergrowth and bamboo thickets. It forages on the forest floor for insects, seeds, and berries. The Black-faced Laughingthrush is typically found in montane forests and scrub habitats, often at elevations between 1500 and 3000 meters. Although not globally threatened, habitat loss and fragmentation are potential threats to its populations.

Habitat: Montane forests and scrub habitats