Black-crested bulbul
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SPECIES
Rubigula flaviventris

The black-crested bulbul (Rubigula flaviventris ) is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is found from the Indian subcontinent to southeast Asia.

Appearance

The black-crested bulbul is generally about 19 cm in length. As the name suggests, the head of this bulbul is black while the rest of its body is different shades of yellow. Both the male and female are similar in plumage. One can make out a younger bird by its slightly duller coloring.

Distribution

Geography

This is a bird of forest and dense scrub.

Habits and Lifestyle

It builds its nest in a bush; two to four eggs are a typical clutch. The black-crested bulbul feeds on fruit and insects.

Lifestyle
Seasonal behavior

Diet and Nutrition

Population

References

1. Black-crested bulbul Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black-crested_bulbul
2. Black-crested bulbul on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/103826151/104338610

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