Cameroon Olive Greenbul

Phyllastrephus poensis

Bulbuls · Passeriformes · Legendary

The Cameroon Olive Greenbul (Phyllastrephus poensis) is a legendary bulbul found in 3 countries, weighing about 29 g. The Cameroon olive greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.

Least ConcernLegendaryEats invertebratesforestcup nest29 g

About the Cameroon Olive Greenbul

The Cameroon olive greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December, with peak activity in February. It is a variable species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a Cameroon Olive Greenbul look like?
The Cameroon olive greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
How big is a Cameroon Olive Greenbul?
The Cameroon Olive Greenbul is a small sized bird weighing about 29 g.
Where can you see a Cameroon Olive Greenbul?
The Cameroon Olive Greenbul occurs in 3 countries, including Nigeria, Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.
What birds look similar to a Cameroon Olive Greenbul?
The Cameroon Olive Greenbul is most easily confused with the Grey-headed Greenbul, the Montane Tiny Greenbul and the Pale-olive Greenbul.
Is the Cameroon Olive Greenbul endangered?
The Cameroon Olive Greenbul is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

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