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Spot-breasted Laughingthrush
Garrulax merulinus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.1 cm
Weight
78.75 g
Family
Leiothrichidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.1 cm | 7.5 in |
| Weight | 78.75 g | 2.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Leiothrichidae |
| Genus | Garrulax |
| Species | Garrulax merulinus |
Distribution
Spot-breasted Laughingthrush has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Spot-breasted Laughingthrush endangered?
The Spot-breasted Laughingthrush has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Spot-breasted Laughingthrush nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Spot-breasted Laughingthrush?
The Spot-breasted Laughingthrush has a wingspan of 19.1 cm, weight of 78.75 g.
What order and family does the Spot-breasted Laughingthrush belong to?
The Spot-breasted Laughingthrush (Garrulax merulinus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Leiothrichidae.
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