About the White-browed Bulbul
The white-browed bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is a resident breeder in Sri Lanka and peninsular India. Largely olive coloured above with whitish underparts, it has a pale supercilium and a yellow vent. They are found in dense scrub habitats, where they skulk within vegetation and can be difficult to see although their loud and distinct burst of calls is distinctive.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bulbuls (Pycnonotidae) |
| Species | Pycnonotus luteolus |
| Species Codes | whbbul2, WBBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-browed Bulbul belong to?
The White-browed Bulbul (Pycnonotus luteolus) belongs to the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-browed Bulbul?
The white-browed bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is a resident breeder in Sri Lanka and peninsular India. Largely olive coloured above with whitish underparts, it has a pale supercilium and a yellow vent. They are found in dense scrub habitats, where they skulk within ...
Where can I report a White-browed Bulbul sighting?
You can log sightings of White-browed Bulbul on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbbul2, or on iNaturalist.
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