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Pycnonotus leucotis

Photo by AJDH
Photo taken: Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.

[edit] Identification

18cm. Medium grey body, black head, rounded black crest and a distinct white patch over the ear coverts, feet and legs mottled dark grey/brown.

[edit] Distribution

Iraq, the Arabian Peninsula, through Iran to Afghanistan and western India.

[edit] Taxonomy

This is a monotypic species. It was recently split from Himalayan Bulbul; the pre-split name was White-cheeked Bulbul.

[edit] Habitat

Scrub forest. mangroves and gardenland.

[edit] Behaviour

2-3 eggs are laid and are incubated for 14-15 days.

The diet includes fruits and insects.

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