Asian Red-eyed Bulbul
NameAsian Red-eyed Bulbul
Common NameAsian Red-eyed Bulbul
Scientific NamePycnonotus brunneus
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsPredominantly dull olive-brown plumage, slightly paler on the underparts. The most distinctive feature is the bright red iris.
Vocalization / CallA series of cheerful, bubbling, and chattering notes, often quite varied.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and various smaller adjacent islands.
Identifying Featuresbright red eyes, dull olive-brown plumage, medium-sized bulbul, active foraging in undergrowth
Description
A medium-sized bulbul characterized by its dull brown plumage and striking red eyes. It is an active bird typically found foraging for fruits and insects in the undergrowth of various forest habitats.
