Near ThreatenedRareInvertebratesForestCup nestSmall · 37 g
About the Streaked Bulbul
The streaked bulbul, or green-backed bulbul, is a songbird species in the bulbul family (Pycnonotidae). It is found on the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is becoming rare due to habitat loss.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in July · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Javan BulbulIxos virescensThe Javan bulbul is a songbird species in the bulbul family.
Sumatran BulbulIxos sumatranusThe Sumatran bulbul is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
Mountain BulbulIxos mcclellandiiThe mountain bulbul is a songbird species in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
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