Mauritius Bulbul
Hypsipetes olivaceus
The Mauritius Bulbul (Hypsipetes olivaceus) is a legendary bulbul found only in Mauritius, weighing about 75 g. The Mauritius bulbul, is a songbird belonging to the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
About the Mauritius Bulbul
The Mauritius bulbul, is a songbird belonging to the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It is endemic to Mauritius.
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How to identify it
The Mauritius bulbul can reach a size up to 24 cm (9.4 in). It is characterized by bright yellow-brown eyes, pink legs, and an orange to yellow-hued bill. Its plumage is generally greyish contrasted with a black crest. The plumage of the juveniles is pale brown. Their bill is blackish.
Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Mauritius Bulbul?
- The Mauritius bulbul can reach a size up to 24 cm (9.4 in). Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Mauritius Bulbul?
- The Mauritius Bulbul is a medium sized bird weighing about 75 g.
- Where can you see a Mauritius Bulbul?
- The Mauritius Bulbul is endemic to Mauritius, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Mauritius Bulbul?
- The Mauritius Bulbul is most easily confused with the Mindoro Bulbul, the Streak-breasted Bulbul and the Zamboanga Bulbul.
- Is the Mauritius Bulbul endangered?
- The Mauritius Bulbul is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
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