Olive-winged Bulbul
Pycnonotus plumosus
The Olive-winged Bulbul (Pycnonotus plumosus) is a uncommon bulbul found in 6 countries, weighing about 35 g. The olive-winged bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds.
About the Olive-winged Bulbul
The olive-winged bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is found in south-eastern Asia and the Greater Sunda Islands. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Myanmar (Burma).
When to see it
The Olive-winged Bulbul can be seen all year round, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does an Olive-winged Bulbul look like?
- The olive-winged bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds.
- How big is an Olive-winged Bulbul?
- The Olive-winged Bulbul is a small sized bird weighing about 35 g.
- Where can you see an Olive-winged Bulbul?
- The Olive-winged Bulbul occurs in 6 countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Brunei.
- What birds look similar to an Olive-winged Bulbul?
- The Olive-winged Bulbul is most easily confused with the Asian Red-eyed Bulbul, the Flavescent Bulbul and the Stripe-throated Bulbul.
- Is the Olive-winged Bulbul endangered?
- The Olive-winged Bulbul is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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