Grey-headed Greenbul
Phyllastrephus poliocephalus
The Grey-headed Greenbul (Phyllastrephus poliocephalus) is a legendary bulbul found in 2 countries, weighing about 53 g. The grey-headed greenbul, or grey-headed yellow-bellied greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
About the Grey-headed Greenbul
The grey-headed greenbul, or grey-headed yellow-bellied greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It is native to the Western High Plateau.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, 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 Grey-headed Greenbul look like?
- The grey-headed greenbul, or grey-headed yellow-bellied greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
- How big is a Grey-headed Greenbul?
- The Grey-headed Greenbul is a small sized bird weighing about 53 g.
- Where can you see a Grey-headed Greenbul?
- The Grey-headed Greenbul occurs in 2 countries, including Cameroon and Nigeria.
- What birds look similar to a Grey-headed Greenbul?
- The Grey-headed Greenbul is most easily confused with the Montane Tiny Greenbul, the Pale-olive Greenbul and the Baumann's Olive Greenbul.
- Is the Grey-headed Greenbul endangered?
- The Grey-headed Greenbul is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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