15-11-2016 BAGAN, MYANMAR - WHITE THROATED BABBLER (Turdoides gularis)

The white-throated babbler (Argya gularis ) is a species of bird in the family Leiothrichidae.It is endemic to Myanmar.

This species was formerly placed in the genus Turdoides but following the publication of a comprehensive molecular phylogenetic study in 2018, it was moved to the resurrected genus Argya.

Rich chestnut-brown babbler with a bright white throat and chest. Inhabits dry scrubby areas, often fairly close to human habitation. Like other babblers, fairly social, gathering in small bands; birds often give a fairly high-pitched rolling chatter as they forage together.

The White-throated Babbler is known for its unique and complex vocalizations, capable of imitating other bird species and even mimicking human speech.