INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT THE SONGSTER BIRD | BIRD CALLING | BIRD SINGING

The yellow-vented bulbul (Pycnonotus goiavier ), or eastern yellow-vented bulbul, is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is a resident breeder in southeastern Asia from Indochina to the Philippines. It is found in a wide variety of open habitats but not the deep forest. It is one of the most common birds in cultivated areas. They appear to be nomadic and roam from place to place regularly.

Habits and Lifestyle

The yellow-vented bulbul builds a well-camouflaged but fragile, loose, deep, cup-shaped nest from grass, leaves, roots, vine stems, and twigs. The nest is untidy on the outside, but neatly lined with plant fibers. This is a species adapted to humans and may even nest in gardens. The yellow-vented bulbul lays 2–5 eggs from February to June.

The yellow-vented bulbul eats berries and small fruits. They also sip nectar, nibble on young shoots, and consume some insects.

Bulbuls are medium-sized songbirds in the family Pycnonotidae, found in Asia and Africa. Some of them may be colourful, but many of them have brown plumage. They generally do not show sexual dimorphism, meaning that the males and females look alike, although females can be smaller in size. Some species also have a distinct crest on their heads. This bird is a popular songster. The Yellow-vented Bulbuls, even though extremely common are delightful birds to watch. They have a cheerful personality and have a delightful call. They sing frequently with a bubbly call.

There are 13 species of bulbuls in Singapore, and six (6) of them are regularly seen in our parks and nature reserves. Learn about the differences between these six more commonly seen bulbul species in Singapore.

1 Yellow-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus goiavier)

2 Olive-winged Bulbul

3 Straw-headed Bulbul (Pycnonotus zeylanicus)

4 Red-whiskered Bulbul (Pycnonotus jocosus)

5 Cream-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus simplex)

6 Asian Red-eyed Bulbul (Pycnonotus brunneus)

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