About the Black Bulbul
The Black Bulbul (Hypsipetes leucocephalus) is a species of bird in the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 161 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blabul1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bulbuls (Pycnonotidae) |
| Species | Hypsipetes leucocephalus |
| Species Codes | blabul1, HBBU, BLBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Bulbul belong to?
The Black Bulbul (Hypsipetes leucocephalus) belongs to the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Bulbul?
The Black Bulbul is a member of the Bulbuls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black Bulbul sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Bulbul on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blabul1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Bulbuls 161 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
161
Species in Family
15,126
iNat Observations
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