Red-whiskered Bulbul
NameRed-whiskered Bulbul
Common NameRed-whiskered Bulbul
Scientific NamePycnonotus jocosus
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)33.5
Plumage DetailsThis bulbul has a prominent, pointed black crest and a dark brown back. Its underparts are white, with a striking red patch below the eye and a bright red patch on the undertail coverts (vent). The throat and cheeks are white, often bordered by a dark line.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, clear, and often cheerful calls, typically a two-note 'kip-pe-chew' or 'pretty-dear,' sometimes described as a scolding 'whit-whit-whit.'
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest edges, scrubland, gardens, cultivated areas, urban parks
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to tropical Asia, ranging from India and Sri Lanka eastward to Southeast Asia and southern China. It has been widely introduced to other parts of the world, including Florida (USA), Australia, Mauritius, and various Pacific islands.
Identifying Featuresprominent black pointed crest, red patch below the eye, bright red undertail coverts (vent), white cheeks and throat, dark brown back, white belly
Description
The Red-whiskered Bulbul is a medium-sized passerine bird easily recognized by its prominent black crest and distinctive red patch below the eye. These active birds are often seen in pairs or small groups, foraging for food in a variety of habitats.
