Finsch's Bulbul
NameFinsch's Bulbul
Common NameFinsch's Bulbul
Scientific NameIole finschii
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)17.5
Weight (g)22
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown, with a slightly darker crown and wings. The underparts are paler, yellowish-olive, contrasting with a distinct pale yellow throat. It has a pale bill and reddish-brown eyes.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of short, sharp, and often repeated notes, sometimes described as chattering or whistling calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Malay Peninsula (southern Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia) and Sumatra.
Identifying Featuresplain olive-brown plumage, pale yellow throat, pale bill, reddish-brown eyes, lowland forest understory inhabitant
Description
This medium-sized bulbul is characterized by its rather plain olive-brown plumage and pale yellow throat. It typically inhabits the understory of lowland forests, where it forages for fruits and and insects.
