Yellow-vented Bulbul
NameYellow-vented Bulbul
Common NameYellow-vented Bulbul
Scientific NamePycnonotus goiavier
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)32
Plumage DetailsThis bulbul has brown upperparts and white underparts. Key features include a dark crest, a white supercilium, a black moustachial stripe, and bright yellow undertail coverts (vent).
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of cheerful, chattering, and often loud calls, typically described as 'chip-chip-chip' or 'wee-wee-wee' phrases, sometimes sounding like 'look-at-me'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsurban, forest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, Java, Bali, and the Philippines.
Identifying Featuresyellow vent, dark crest, white supercilium, black moustachial stripe, brown upperparts, white underparts
Description
The Yellow-vented Bulbul is a common and conspicuous passerine bird known for its distinctive yellow undertail coverts. It is an active and vocal species, often found in open habitats and urban areas across Southeast Asia.
