About the Black-fronted Bulbul
The African red-eyed bulbul or black-fronted bulbul is a species of songbird in the family Pycnonotidae. It is found in south-western Africa. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and riverine scrub. It feeds on fruit, flowers, nectar, and insects.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bulbuls (Pycnonotidae) |
| Species | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| Species Codes | blfbul1, BFBU, AREB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-fronted Bulbul belong to?
The Black-fronted Bulbul (Pycnonotus nigricans) belongs to the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-fronted Bulbul?
The African red-eyed bulbul or black-fronted bulbul is a species of songbird in the family Pycnonotidae. It is found in south-western Africa. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and riverine scrub. It feeds on fruit, flowers, nectar, and insects....
Where can I report a Black-fronted Bulbul sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-fronted Bulbul on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blfbul1, or on iNaturalist.
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