Yellow-whiskered Greenbul
NameYellow-whiskered Greenbul
Common NameYellow-whiskered Greenbul
Scientific NameAndropadus latirostris
FamilyPycnonotidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)19.5
Weight (g)39
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-green, contrasting with yellowish-green underparts. The head is darker, featuring a prominent bright yellow malar stripe (whiskers) extending from the base of the bill. It has dark eyes, a dark bill, and dark legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations are varied, often described as a series of chattering, whistling, and bubbling notes. It can produce loud, ringing calls as well as softer chirps and trills.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across sub-Saharan Africa, ranging from West Africa (e.g., Sierra Leone, Ghana) through Central Africa (e.g., Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo) to parts of East Africa (e.g., Uganda, Kenya).
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow malar stripe (whiskers), Olive-green upperparts, Yellowish-green underparts, Dark eyes and bill
Description
The Yellow-whiskered Greenbul is a medium-sized bulbul characterized by its olive-green plumage and distinctive bright yellow malar stripe. It is an active bird, typically found foraging in the undergrowth and mid-story of various forest habitats.
