Black-capped bulbul

Black-capped bulbul

Black-headed yellow bulbul

Kingdom
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Family
Genus
SPECIES
Rubigula melanicterus

The black-capped bulbul (Rubigula melanicterus ), or black-headed yellow bulbul, is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is endemic to Sri Lanka.

In Culture

In Sri Lanka, this bird is known as Hisa kalu Kondaya - හිස කලු කොන්ඩයා in Sinhala language.

Appearance

The black-capped bulbul is virtually crestless and has a yellow throat and brownish eyes. It is yellowish green above and yellow below. The tail is brownish and ends in a white tip. The male has red irides and the female has brown irides. Calls include a broad repertoire of sweet, mellow, minor-key piping whistles and sharper calls. Breeding records are from March to September.

Distribution

Geography

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This is a bird of forest and dense scrub. It builds its nest in a bush; two to four eggs is a typical clutch. The black-capped bulbul feeds on fruit and insects. Found in forests, wooded areas and in gardens. Usually found in pairs.

Habits and Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Seasonal behavior

Diet and Nutrition

Population

References

1. Black-capped bulbul Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black-capped_bulbul
2. Black-capped bulbul on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/103825842/94339991

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