Banggai Golden-Bulbul
NameBanggai Golden-Bulbul
Common NameBanggai Golden-Bulbul
Scientific NameHypsipetes platenae
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)27
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)40
Plumage DetailsPredominantly olive-yellow. The head and upperparts are olive-green, transitioning to bright yellow on the underparts. The flight feathers are darker, contrasting slightly with the body.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a variety of chirps, whistles, and chattering notes, often described as typical bulbul calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Banggai Islands, located off the eastern coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Identifying FeaturesOverall bright olive-yellow plumage, Darker olive head and upperparts, Restricted geographic range (Banggai Islands), Typical bulbul shape and behavior
Description
This medium-sized bulbul is characterized by its vibrant olive-yellow plumage. It is an active bird, typically found foraging in the mid-story and canopy of its forest habitat.
