The Icterine Greenbul is a bright, yellowish-olive bulbul, with particularly vibrant yellow underparts. It is an active and conspicuous species in its forest habitat.
Where to spot
Found across West and Central Africa, inhabiting the mid-story and canopy of primary and secondary rainforests, gallery forests, and mature woodlands.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellowish belly and overall yellowish-olive tones. Listen for its distinctive, often churring or bubbling calls. It forages actively amongst foliage.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident tropical habitat. Most active during daylight hours, particularly in the morning.
Where to spot
Found across West and Central Africa, inhabiting the mid-story and canopy of primary and secondary rainforests, gallery forests, and mature woodlands.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellowish belly and overall yellowish-olive tones. Listen for its distinctive, often churring or bubbling calls. It forages actively amongst foliage.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident tropical habitat. Most active during daylight hours, particularly in the morning.
The term 'icterine' refers to its yellowish coloration, a common descriptor in ornithology for birds displaying prominent yellow or yellowish hues.
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