The pale-eyed bulbul (''Pycnonotus davisoni''), is a species of songbird in the

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family of passerine birds. It is found in south-eastern Asia where its natural habitats are

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and tropical moist montane forest. It is a common species and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed it as being of " least concern".

Description

The pale-eyed bulbul grows to a length of about . The

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of both sexes is predominantly dull brown with the exception of the forehead, ear coverts, throat and upper breast which are boldly streaked with yellow. The leading edges of the wings and the outer tail feathers are yellowish, the lower breast and belly are streaked with white, and the area around the vent is yellow. Juveniles are similar to adults but the yellow-colouring is more muted. The song is a rather variable loud, clear sequence of throaty notes.

Distribution and habitat

This bulbul is native to

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. It is a woodland bird found in secondary forests, thickets, scrubland, clearings and gardens, at altitudes up to about .

Ecology

The pale-eyed bulbul is omnivorous, foraging for berries and fruits including banyans and ''

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'', and supplementing these with insects which it takes on the wing or on the ground. Breeding takes place between February and September in Malaysia, the nest being cup-shaped, deep and carefully made.

Status

The bird is a common species and faces no particular threats, and the population seems to be stable so the International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed its conservation status as being of " least concern".

References

{{Taxonbar, from=Q31874369 Pycnonotus Birds of Myanmar Endemic fauna of Myanmar Birds described in 1875 Endemic birds of Myanmar