Shelley's Greenbul
NameShelley's Greenbul
Common NameShelley's Greenbul
Scientific NameArizelocichla masukuensis
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsHead and nape are dark grey, contrasting with bright olive-green upperparts, wings, and tail. The throat is whitish, blending into a greyish breast and pale yellowish belly.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a variety of whistles, chattering notes, and sometimes harsh calls, often described as liquid or fluty.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Albertine Rift mountains of East-Central Africa, including eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, western Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi.
Identifying FeaturesGrey head, Olive-green back and wings, Pale yellowish belly, Montane forest habitat
Description
A medium-sized greenbul characterized by its contrasting grey head and olive-green body. It is an active bird, typically found foraging for insects and fruit in the understory and mid-story of montane forests.
