Brown-cheeked Bulbul
A species of Bearded Bulbuls and Golden-bulbuls Scientific name : Alophoixus bres Genus : Bearded Bulbuls and Golden-bulbuls
Brown-cheeked Bulbul, A species of Bearded Bulbuls and Golden-bulbuls
Botanical name: Alophoixus bres
Genus: Bearded Bulbuls and Golden-bulbuls
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Photo By Wich'yanan (Jay) Limparungpatthanakij
Description
The brown-cheeked bulbul (Alophoixus bres) is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It is found on Java and Bali. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Size
23 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Brown-cheeked Bulbul consumes a diverse diet, primarily insects like beetles, bugs, dragonflies, and termites. Brown-cheeked Bulbul often forages alone or in pairs, frequents fruiting vegetation, and participates in mixed-species flocks, indicating a significant reliance on animal prey.
Habitat
The habitat of brown-cheeked Bulbul primarily consists of primary and secondary forests, as well as submontane forests. These birds thrive in environments that are characterized by dense vegetation and substantial tree cover, providing them with ample opportunities for foraging and nesting. Such habitats are typically found in broader tropical and subtropical regions.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Wich'yanan (Jay) Limparungpatthanakij