Malagasy Bulbul
Hypsipetes madagascariensis
The Malagasy Bulbul (Hypsipetes madagascariensis) is a rare bulbul found in 6 countries, weighing about 46 g. The Malagasy bulbul is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
About the Malagasy Bulbul
The Malagasy bulbul is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It is found on Madagascar and other regional islands in the south-western Indian Ocean.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in China.
When to see it
Best months: August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Malagasy Bulbul look like?
- The Malagasy bulbul is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
- How big is a Malagasy Bulbul?
- The Malagasy Bulbul is a small sized bird weighing about 46 g.
- Where can you see a Malagasy Bulbul?
- The Malagasy Bulbul occurs in 6 countries, including Madagascar, Moldova, Mayotte, the Comoros and the Seychelles.
- What birds look similar to a Malagasy Bulbul?
- The Malagasy Bulbul is most easily confused with the Philippine Bulbul, the Reunion Bulbul and the Visayan Bulbul.
- Is the Malagasy Bulbul endangered?
- The Malagasy Bulbul is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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