Black Bulbul

Overview

Black Bulbul (Hypsipetes leucocephalus) is a species of Bulbuls (Pycnonotidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A dark bulbul with a white head in some populations, red bill and red legs; found in forested mountains; feeds on fruit in noisy flocks; calls with varied whistles and clucks.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Hypsipetes; binomial: Hypsipetes leucocephalus; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1789). Typical size: 24-25cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.