Bird · GBIF taxon 2486121
Sooty-headed Bulbul
Pycnonotus aurigasterThe Sooty-headed Bulbul has a dark crested head, pale underparts, and a strongly contrasting rump and undertail region. Vocal groups forage through open trees and shrubs for both animal and plant foods.
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Caterpillars
- Beetles
- Spiders
Predators
- Raptors
- Snakes
- Domestic cats
ThreatsTrapping, pesticide exposure, and removal of shrub cover
HabitatsOpen forest, scrub, gardens, farms, and secondary growth
Life spanOften 5 to 10 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyPycnonotidae
- SpeciesPycnonotus aurigaster
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Do not feed groups or disturb low nesting shrubs.
Responsible observation
- Crest: Look for the pointed dark crown on an upright bird.
- Groups: Follow active mixed calls through open tree canopies.
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