Brown-eared Bulbul
NameBrown-eared Bulbul
Common NameBrown-eared Bulbul
Scientific NameHypsipetes amaurotis
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)28
Weight (g)80
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly grayish-brown, with a prominent, shaggy crest on the head. A distinctive reddish-brown patch covers the ear coverts. The belly is often lighter, and the undertail coverts can have a yellowish-brown tint.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, often harsh and varied calls, including a distinctive 'kee-wee' or 'pyu-pyu' sound, and chattering notes. They are quite noisy, especially when in flocks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread in East Asia, including Japan, Korea, northeastern China, Taiwan, and the northern Philippines.
Identifying Featuresprominent shaggy crest, reddish-brown ear patch, grayish-brown body plumage, loud and varied vocalizations
Description
The Brown-eared Bulbul is a medium-sized passerine bird characterized by its shaggy crest and distinctive reddish-brown ear patches. It is a highly vocal and adaptable species, often seen in flocks feeding on fruits and insects in various wooded habitats.
