Black-headed Bulbul
NameBlack-headed Bulbul
Common NameBlack-headed Bulbul
Scientific NamePycnonotus atriceps
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)24.5
Plumage DetailsThe head is glossy black, contrasting sharply with the bright yellow plumage of the back, wings, and underparts. It features a prominent blue eye-ring and a black-tipped tail.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of cheerful, whistling, and chattering notes, often described as a liquid, melodious song or a series of sharp, rising whistles.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei, and the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy black head, Bright yellow body plumage, Distinctive blue eye-ring, Small, pointed bill
Description
The Black-headed Bulbul is a striking medium-sized songbird characterized by its glossy black head and vibrant yellow body. It is an active species, typically found foraging for fruits and insects in the canopy of tropical forests.
