Black-collared Bulbul
Neolestes torquatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="neolestes-torquatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-collared Bulbul (Neolestes torquatus) is a bird species in the family Pycnonotidae (bulbuls), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.8 cm and a weight of 22.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
The Black-collared Bulbul is an unusual bulbul of West and Central African savanna and woodland, with white underparts, olive-grey upperparts, and a neat black collar across the throat. It inhabits wooded savanna, bush edges, and forest margins from Gabon and Cameroon east to the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. It feeds on fruits and insects, foraging in the mid-story.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.8 cm | 5.4 in |
| Weight | 22.625 g | 0.80 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 17 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pycnonotidae (Bulbuls) |
| Genus | Neolestes |
| Species | Neolestes torquatus |
Distribution
Black-collared Bulbul has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Pycnonotidae family