Yellow-eared Bulbul
NameYellow-eared Bulbul
Common NameYellow-eared Bulbul
Scientific NamePycnonotus penicillatus
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)19.5
Weight (g)27.5
Plumage DetailsOverall olive-green plumage with bright yellow ear-coverts, a prominent white supercilium, and a black stripe above it. The crown is blackish with fine yellow streaking, and the throat is white.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of chirps, whistles, and chattering notes, often described as melodious and varied.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the montane regions of Sri Lanka.
Identifying Featuresyellow ear patch, white supercilium, black crown stripe, olive-green plumage
Description
This medium-sized bulbul is characterized by its olive-green plumage, bright yellow ear patches, and a distinctive white supercilium. It is an active bird typically found foraging for fruits and insects in the montane forests of Sri Lanka.
