Himalayan Bulbul
Classification: Order: Passeriformes, Family: Pycnonotidae, Genus: Pycnonotus, Species: Pycnonotus leucogenys
Brief Description
A medium-sized songbird with a distinctive black crest and white cheeks, known for its cheerful and melodious whistling calls
Additional Information
- Region of Origin: Himalayan region of South Asia, including India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Pakistan
- Typical Sighting Period: Year-round; most active during the breeding season from March to July
- Plumage Details: Brownish-grey upperparts, whitish underparts with a prominent yellow vent, and a black head with a distinct white cheek patch and characteristic forward-curving crest
- Ecological Significance: Acts as an important seed disperser and insect controller within its mountainous forest and scrub habitats
- Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN)
- Observation Tips: Look for them in gardens, orchards, and open woodlands; they are often vocal and perching prominently on branches or wires