Chestnut Bulbul
Hemixos castanonotus
The Chestnut Bulbul (Hemixos castanonotus) is a rare bulbul found in 7 countries, weighing about 38 g. The chestnut bulbul or chestnut-backed bulbul is a songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
About the Chestnut Bulbul
The chestnut bulbul or chestnut-backed bulbul is a songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. The species was first described by Robert Swinhoe in 1870. It is found in southern China and northern Vietnam. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests; it primarily resides in the canopy.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Thailand.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December, with peak activity in December. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Chestnut Bulbul look like?
- The chestnut bulbul or chestnut-backed bulbul is a songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
- How big is a Chestnut Bulbul?
- The Chestnut Bulbul is a small sized bird weighing about 38 g.
- Where can you see a Chestnut Bulbul?
- The Chestnut Bulbul occurs in 7 countries, including Hong Kong SAR China, China, Taiwan, Vietnam and Macao SAR China.
- What birds look similar to a Chestnut Bulbul?
- The Chestnut Bulbul is most easily confused with the Ashy Bulbul and the Cinereous Bulbul.
- Is the Chestnut Bulbul endangered?
- The Chestnut Bulbul is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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