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Straw-headed Bulbul
Pycnonotus zeylanicus
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
22.9 cm
Weight
86.55000000000001 g
Family
Pycnonotidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Straw-headed Bulbul (Pycnonotus zeylanicus) is a bird species in the family Pycnonotidae (bulbuls), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.9 cm and a weight of 86.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Critically Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.9 cm | 9.0 in |
| Weight | 86.55000000000001 g | 3.05 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Pycnonotidae (Bulbuls) |
| Genus | Pycnonotus |
| Species | Pycnonotus zeylanicus |
Distribution
Straw-headed Bulbul has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Straw-headed Bulbul endangered?
The Straw-headed Bulbul has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Straw-headed Bulbul nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Straw-headed Bulbul?
The Straw-headed Bulbul has a wingspan of 22.9 cm, weight of 86.55000000000001 g.
What order and family does the Straw-headed Bulbul belong to?
The Straw-headed Bulbul (Pycnonotus zeylanicus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pycnonotidae.
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