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Black-crested Bulbul

Rubigula flaviventris

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

About

The Black-crested Bulbul is a lively, medium-sized bulbul of South and Southeast Asian forests, with a glossy black crest, olive-green upperparts, and yellow underparts. It ranges from northeastern India through southern China, Myanmar, Thailand, the Malay Peninsula, and into the Greater Sunda Islands, inhabiting the canopy and edges of primary and secondary forests. It feeds on fruits, berries, and insects.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 17.6 cm 6.9 in
Weight 29.5 g 1.04 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 Rubigula
Species Rubigula flaviventris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Black-crested Bulbul endangered?
The Black-crested Bulbul has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-crested Bulbul nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black-crested Bulbul?
The Black-crested Bulbul has a wingspan of 17.6 cm, weight of 29.5 g.
What order and family does the Black-crested Bulbul belong to?
The Black-crested Bulbul (Rubigula flaviventris) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pycnonotidae.

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