White-cheeked Bulbul
Pycnonotus leucogenys
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilyPycnonotidae (Bulbuls)
- GenusPycnonotus (Typical Bulbuls)
- SpeciesPycnonotus leucogenys (White-cheeked Bulbul)
About the White-cheeked Bulbul
The Himalayan bulbul (Pycnonotus leucogenys), or white-cheeked bulbul, is a species of songbird in the bulbul family found in Central and South Asia. The Himalayan bulbul is considered to belong to a superspecies along with the white-eared bulbul, white-spectacled bulbul, African red-eyed bulbul, Cape bulbul, and common bulbul. The alternate name, white-cheeked bulbul, is also used by the white-eared bulbul.
The Himalayan bulbul is about 18 cm in length, with a wingspan of 25.5–28 cm and an average weight of 30 g. Its head, throat, and crest are black and white. The back, side, and lengthy tail are brown, the underside is pale yellow. Sexes have similar plumage. The song is a beautiful 4-part whistle, which resembles an accelerated oriole whistle.
The species occurs in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent and some adjoining areas. It is found predominantly in Kashmir and near the Himalayas. The Himalayan bulbul frequents forests and shrubland and also comes into gardens and parks.
The Himalayan bulbul feeds on insects and other small invertebrates, as well as berries... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of White-cheeked Bulbul in Khangchendzonga National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jim Corbett National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 2 | Langtang National Park | 🇳🇵 Nepal | |
| 3 | Khangchendzonga National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 4 | Royal Bardia National Park | 🇳🇵 Nepal | |
| 5 | Chitwan National Park | 🇳🇵 Nepal | |
| 6 | Royal Manas National Park | 🇧🇹 Bhutan |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a White-cheeked Bulbul in Khangchendzonga National Park?
About 20% of wildlife watchers report a White-cheeked Bulbul sighting in Khangchendzonga National Park, based on 61 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see White-cheeked Bulbul in Khangchendzonga National Park?
November has the highest sighting rate for White-cheeked Bulbul in Khangchendzonga National Park in our monthly data.