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Cape Bulbul

Cape Bulbul

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The Cape Bulbul is an endemic species to South Africa, easily identified by its sooty-black head, white eye-ring, and distinctive yellow vent. It is a common and vocal bird in its range.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Western and Eastern Cape provinces of South Africa. Found in fynbos, forest patches, gardens, and parks.
How to spot
Easily observed in most gardens and fynbos areas in the Cape region. Its black head, white eye-ring, and yellow vent are unmistakable. Listen for its cheerful, liquid calls.
When to spot
Year-round, as it is a common resident species throughout its range.
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File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8293813227).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8293813867).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8293814135).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8293814709).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8293815141).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8294868146).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8294868644).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cape Bulbul, Pycnonotus capensis at Kirstenbosch (8294869624).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This bulbul is known for its adaptable nature, thriving not only in natural fynbos and forests but also becoming a familiar sight in suburban gardens and parks.
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