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Pycnonotus leucogenys

Sometimes called White-cheeked Bulbul; see note in Taxonomy section.

Photo by dineshagg
Photo taken: Himalayan Foothills

Identification

This species is distinguished by its black head, white cheeks and yellow patch under tail. Size: 20 cm

Distribution

It is a widespread resident in Himalayas, but also found west to Iraq and the Arabian Peninsula.

Taxonomy

This species has three or four subspecies depending on authority: leucogenys, mesopotamiae (including dacylys ?), and humii. The species has recently been split from White-eared Bulbul (Pycnonotus leucotis); the pre-split species used to be called White-cheeked Bulbul, a name sometimes still used for Himalayan Bulbul.

Habitat

This bird is found in wooded areas like Morni Hills and Kalesar forest.

Behaviour

External Links

Notice that the following Gallery search may find both this species and the White-eared Bulbul, because the scientific name stayed the same as the pre-split name.