Black Bulbul

Hypsipetes leucocephalus

Order:

Piciformes

Family:

Pycnonotidae

Size:

23.5-26.5 cm

Weight:

50-56 g

Taxonomy:

H. l. psaroides (Vigors, 1831)

Short Description:

Black Bulbul, also known as the Himalayan Black Bulbul or Asian Black Bulbul, is a medium-sized bird native to Pakistan. It features predominantly black plumage with a distinctive crest on its head and white patches on its wings. Its bill is short and stout, and its eyes are dark. This bird emits melodious calls, adding to the charm of the regions it inhabits.

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Black Bulbul is primarily found in the northern and northwestern regions, including the foothills of the Himalayas and the Karakoram Range. It tends to inhabit forested areas, scrublands, and cultivated areas with trees and shrubs. Its range may extend into adjacent regions of Afghanistan and India.

Black Bulbul is typically observed in pairs or small groups, often foraging for insects, berries, and fruits in trees and bushes. It is an agile flier, capable of darting through dense vegetation with ease. Its song is a series of melodious whistles and warbles, often heard during the breeding season when it establishes territories and attracts mates. During the non-breeding season, it may form larger flocks for feeding and roosting.