Orange-spotted Bulbul
A species of Typical Bulbuls Scientific name : Pycnonotus bimaculatus Genus : Typical Bulbuls
Orange-spotted Bulbul, A species of Typical Bulbuls
Botanical name: Pycnonotus bimaculatus
Genus: Typical Bulbuls
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Description General Info
Photo By Lars Petersson
Description
Up to 20 cm long. It is a dark colored and active bulbul with a rounded tail.
Size
20 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Orange-spotted Bulbul primarily feeds on fruit, exhibiting frugivorous feeding habits. It forages for food mainly in foliage and occasionally on the ground, preferring areas with a dense canopy. This bird shows particular favor for certain berries and small fruits, tailored by its evolved feeding technique.
Habitat
The orange-spotted Bulbul primarily inhabits forest fringes, especially surrounding primary forests, as well as dense secondary growth and scrub areas. They are also found in elfin forests near mountain summits. Their preferred nesting sites are within or at the periphery of primary or secondary forests, including in shrubby clearings.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Lars Petersson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Bulbuls Genus
Typical Bulbuls Species
Orange-spotted Bulbul