White-bearded Greenbul

Criniger ndussumensis

Bulbuls · Passeriformes · Legendary

The White-bearded Greenbul (Criniger ndussumensis) is a legendary bulbul found in 7 countries, weighing about 23 g. The white-bearded greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.

Least ConcernLegendaryEats invertebratesforest23 g

About the White-bearded Greenbul

The white-bearded greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It is found from south-eastern Nigeria and western Cameroon to eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and extreme north-western Angola. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

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Where it lives

When to see it

Best months: January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, December, with peak activity in August. It is a variable species across most of its range.

Easily confused with

Quick questions

What does a White-bearded Greenbul look like?
The white-bearded greenbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.
How big is a White-bearded Greenbul?
The White-bearded Greenbul is a small sized bird weighing about 23 g.
Where can you see a White-bearded Greenbul?
The White-bearded Greenbul occurs in 7 countries, including Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, Nigeria, Gabon and Congo - Brazzaville.
What birds look similar to a White-bearded Greenbul?
The White-bearded Greenbul is most easily confused with the Eastern Bearded Greenbul, the Yellow-bearded Greenbul and the Western Bearded Greenbul.
Is the White-bearded Greenbul endangered?
The White-bearded Greenbul is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

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