African red-eyed bulbul
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The African red-eyed bulbul or black-fronted bulbul (Pycnonotus nigricans) 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.[1][2][3] It feeds on fruit (including Ficus), flowers, nectar, and insects.[2][3]
Description
The African red-eyed bulbul ranges from 19 to 21 centimeters (7-8 inches) in length and weighs 30-48 grams (1-1.7 ounces). Its call is a series of loud fluty notes, usually given only by the male.[2][3]
Taxonomy and systematics
The African red-eyed bulbul was originally described in the genus Turdus. The African red-eyed bulbul is considered to belong to a superspecies along with the Himalayan bulbul, white-eared bulbul, white-spectacled bulbul, Cape bulbul, and the common bulbul.[4] The alternate name of 'red-eyed bulbul' is also used by the Asian red-eyed bulbul.
Subspecies
Two subspecies are recognized:[5]
- P. n. nigricans – (Vieillot, 1818): Found in south-western Angola, Namibia and Botswana and western South Africa
- P. n. superior – Clancey, 1959: Found in central South Africa
Gallery
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P. n. nigricans; communal bathing at Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, with one or two keeping watch
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Nominate race at Etosha N. P., showing relatively pale breast plumage
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The easterly P. n. subsp. superior, with darker breast and mantle plumage
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Group of African red-eyed bulbuls in Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana
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African red-eyed bulbul in Okaukuejo, Etosha National Park, Namibia
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References
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External links
- African red-eyed bulbul – Species text in The Atlas of Southern African Birds.
- African red-eyed bulbul Structured guide to the species in southern Africa