Striated Bulbul
NameStriated Bulbul
Common NameStriated Bulbul
Scientific NameAlcurus striatus
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)37
Plumage DetailsOverall olive-yellow plumage with striking dark brown or black streaking across the crown, nape, back, and underparts, giving it a 'striated' appearance. It possesses a prominent, shaggy crest, a bright yellow throat, and a yellowish vent.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are varied, often described as a series of chattering, whistling, and squeaky notes. It can include a repetitive 'chip-chip-chip' call and a more complex, melodious song.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Himalayas and Southeast Asia, ranging from northern India, Nepal, and Bhutan, east through Myanmar, southern China, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Identifying FeaturesProminent shaggy crest, Heavy dark streaking on olive-yellow plumage, Yellow throat and vent, Found in montane forests
Description
The Striated Bulbul is a medium-sized songbird characterized by its prominent shaggy crest and heavily streaked olive-yellow plumage. It typically forages in the mid-story and canopy of montane forests, often in small groups.
