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Chestnut Bulbul

Chestnut Bulbul

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The Chestnut-backed Bulbul is a vibrant species, easily identified by its contrasting chestnut-red back and wings, often with a grey head and yellowish underparts. It is a striking forest resident.
Where to spot
Found in southern China and northern Vietnam, inhabiting forests, woodlands, and forest edges, often in montane regions.
How to spot
Look for the unmistakable chestnut-red back and wings, which are its primary identification features. Listen for its loud and varied vocalizations. It can be seen foraging in the mid-story and canopy.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident range. Most active during daylight hours, particularly in the morning.
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File:Hemixos castanonotus, Hong Kong (9147948632).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus, Hong Kong 3199619413.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus, Hong Kong 3237707440.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus, Hong Kong 66442298.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus-A9 00401.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus-A9 00425.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus-A9 00441.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus-A9 00441 (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Hemixos castanonotus-A9 00497.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The rich chestnut coloration on its back is quite prominent, making it one of the more visually distinct bulbuls in its range, especially when seen in good light.
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