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Black-fronted Bulbul

Pycnonotus nigricans

Least Concern
翼展
18.6 cm
体重
31.316666666666666 g
Pycnonotidae
Passeriformes

关于

The Black-fronted Bulbul is a medium-sized bulbul with gray-brown plumage, a distinctive black forehead, and yellow undertail coverts that add color to its otherwise subdued appearance. It inhabits dry thornbush, arid scrubland, and the fringes of karroid vegetation in southern Africa, primarily Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa. It feeds on berries, soft fruits, and insects, often perching prominently on shrub tops.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 18.6 cm 7.3 in
体重 31.316666666666666 g 1.10 oz

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 12-26 days.

产卵数

2-3

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Pycnonotidae (Bulbuls)
Genus Pycnonotus
物种 Pycnonotus nigricans

Distribution

Black-fronted Bulbul has been recorded in 1 countries.

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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

Is the Black-fronted Bulbul endangered?
The Black-fronted Bulbul has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-fronted Bulbul nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 12-26 days.
How big is the Black-fronted Bulbul?
The Black-fronted Bulbul has a wingspan of 18.6 cm, weight of 31.316666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Black-fronted Bulbul belong to?
The Black-fronted Bulbul (Pycnonotus nigricans) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Pycnonotidae.

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