Himalayan Bulbul
A species of Typical Bulbuls Scientific name : Pycnonotus leucogenys Genus : Typical Bulbuls
Himalayan Bulbul, A species of Typical Bulbuls
Botanical name: Pycnonotus leucogenys
Genus: Typical Bulbuls
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Description General Info
Description
The Himalayan bulbul is about 18 cm in length, with a wingspan of 25.5–28 cm and an average weight of 30 g. Its head, throat, and crest are black and white. The back, side, and lengthy tail are brown, the underside is pale yellow. Sexes have similar plumage. The song is a beautiful 4-piece whistle, which resembles an accelerated oriole whistle. 
Size
20 cm
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Gray
White
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Himalayan Bulbul consumes insects, invertebrates, berries, fruits, seeds, buds, and nectar. It forages in trees and shrubs, with unique preferences for certain fruits and nectar sources.
Habitat
Himalayan Bulbul predominantly occupies temperate forest edges and shrublands associated with the Himalayan region. It thrives across a diverse array of habitats, including open scrublands, agricultural areas, gardens, and urban green spaces. Himalayan Bulbul has a notable presence in varied elevational gradients and is equally prevalent in naturally occurring forests and human-altered environments. This species also shows adaptability by entering human dwellings in colder climates to forage. Its distribution encompasses the greater northern Indian subcontinent, extending into surrounding Himalayan zones.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Behavior
The Himalayan bulbul feeds on insects and other small invertebrates, as well as berries, fruits, seeds, buds and nectar. Nests are usually built in bushes or low branches, are cup-shaped, and made of stems, roots and twigs. The female usually lays three eggs, which are incubated for 12 days. The chicks leave the nest when they are 9–11 days old. There may be up to three broods raised per year. During breeding, adults become very territorial.
Distribution Area
The species occurs in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent and some adjoining areas. It is found in and near the Himalayas. The Himalayan bulbul frequents forests and shrubland and also comes into gardens and parks.
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Bulbuls Genus
Typical Bulbuls Species
Himalayan Bulbul 
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