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Black Bulbul

Hypsipetes leucocephalus

Least Concern
Wingspan
23.6 cm
Weight
52.5 g
Family
Pycnonotidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Black Bulbul is a widespread, noisy bulbul of South and Southeast Asian forests, with glossy black plumage, a bright red bill and feet, and a slightly forked tail. It ranges from the Himalayas through southern China and Taiwan, south to the Malay Peninsula and into Sumatra, inhabiting forest edges, secondary growth, and gardens. It feeds on berries, fruits, and insects, usually in noisy, active flocks.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 23.6 cm 9.3 in
Weight 52.5 g 1.85 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP.

Clutch Size

2-4

Taxonomy

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

Distribution

Black Bulbul has been recorded in 2 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black Bulbul endangered?
The Black Bulbul has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Bulbul nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black Bulbul?
The Black Bulbul has a wingspan of 23.6 cm, weight of 52.5 g.
What order and family does the Black Bulbul belong to?
The Black Bulbul (Hypsipetes leucocephalus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pycnonotidae.

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