White-eared Bulbul
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 White-eared Bulbul on a garden perch
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| Pycnonotus leucotis (Gould, 1836) |
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 Distribution of P. leucotis (light green) and P. leucogenys (dark green)
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The White-eared Bulbul, Pycnonotus leucotis is a member of the bulbul family. It is found in southern Afghanistan, Pakistan and north-western India, parts of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh. The species was earlier considered a conspecific of Pycnonotus leucogenys.
[edit] Description
This species is very similar in appearance to the Himalayan White-cheeked Bulbul Pycnonotus leucogenys but smaller and uncrested and with a larger white cheek patch. It has a pale bare eye-ring. The vent is orange yellow. Sexes are alike.
It is found in scrub forest and gardenland. Usually seen in pairs or small groups. It feeds on fruits and insects, and breeds in March-June.
[edit] References
- BirdLife International (2004). Pycnonotus leucotis. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN 2006. Retrieved on 12 May 2006. Database entry includes justification for why this species is of least concern
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