About the Common Bulbul
The common bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is widespread throughout most of Africa except for the very arid areas, and has recently begun breeding in southernmost Spain. Ten subspecies are recognised based on the geographical variation in plumage. Some of these were formerly considered as separate species: Dodson's bulbul, the Somali bulbul and the dark-capped bulbul.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bulbuls (Pycnonotidae) |
| Species | Pycnonotus barbatus |
| Species Codes | combul2, COBU, CBSP, DCBU, DCBS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Bulbul belong to?
The Common Bulbul (Pycnonotus barbatus) belongs to the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Common Bulbul?
The common bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is widespread throughout most of Africa except for the very arid areas, and has recently begun breeding in southernmost Spain. Ten subspecies are recognised based on the geographical variation in plumage. Some of these were fo...
Where can I report a Common Bulbul sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Bulbul on eBird (ebird.org) using species code combul2, or on iNaturalist.
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