Pale-throated Greenbul
NamePale-throated Greenbul
Common NamePale-throated Greenbul
Scientific NamePhyllastrephus albigula
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)24
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-brown, with a darker, somewhat greyish-brown cap. The underparts are paler, featuring a prominent whitish to pale yellow throat and breast, contrasting with the darker head. Flanks are often washed with olive, and the eyes are dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of chattering, whistling, and churring notes, often delivered from dense cover.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, with a fragmented distribution in the Upper Guinea forests and a more continuous range across countries such as Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Identifying FeaturesPale, whitish throat contrasting with darker head, Dark olive-brown upperparts, Dark cap, Typical bulbul shape
Description
The Pale-throated Greenbul is a medium-sized bulbul characterized by its olive-brown upperparts and a distinctive pale, whitish throat. It typically inhabits the undergrowth of dense forests, where it forages for insects and fruits.
