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Yellow-browed Bulbul

Acritillas indica

Least Concern
Wingspan
17.6 cm
Weight
31.0 g
Family
Pycnonotidae
Order
Passeriformes

The Yellow-browed Bulbul (Acritillas indica) is a bird species in the family Pycnonotidae (bulbuls), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.6 cm and a weight of 31 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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The Yellow-browed Bulbul, <em>Acritillas indica</em>, is a member of the family Pycnonotidae (Bulbuls), a diverse group of passerines distributed widely across Africa and Asia. This species inhabits forest environments, where it is believed to forage among the canopy and understory layers typical of its family. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature, though bulbuls in general are known for active, vocal habits and often bold or conspicuous behavior in wooded settings. The geographic range of <em>Acritillas indica</em> is associated with South Asian forests, particularly in India and Sri Lanka, though precise range boundaries may vary by source. Clutches typically consist of 2 to 3 eggs, consistent with other members of the bulbul family. The species is currently assessed as Least Concern by conservation authorities, suggesting no immediate threat to its overall population. Its ecology likely parallels that of close relatives, including consumption of fruit and invertebrates. Further study of its vocalizations, breeding behavior, and specific habitat preferences would help clarify its natural history.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 17.6 cm 6.9 in
Weight 31.0 g 1.09 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

2-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Pycnonotidae (Bulbuls)
Genus Acritillas
Species Acritillas indica

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yellow-browed Bulbul endangered?
The Yellow-browed Bulbul has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Yellow-browed Bulbul?
The Yellow-browed Bulbul has a wingspan of 17.6 cm, weight of 31.0 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-browed Bulbul belong to?
The Yellow-browed Bulbul (Acritillas indica) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pycnonotidae.

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