An introduced species in Hawaiʻi, the Greater Necklaced Laughingthrush is native to East and Southeast Asia, where it is typically found in small flocks within wet lowland and hill forests, often around streams. Its distinct black ‘necklace’ stands out against its brown upperparts, light cream colored underparts, and white cheek patches.

The map below shows hotspots along our birding trails where you might see this bird.