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Orange-spotted Bulbul

Orange-spotted Bulbul

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The Orange-spotted Bulbul is an attractive species, named for the subtle orange-yellow spots or patches on its face or throat, contrasting with a dark head and brownish body. It is a bird of montane forests.
Where to spot
Found in montane forests across Sumatra, Java, and Bali in Indonesia.
How to spot
Look in the mid-to-upper canopy of montane forests. Its orange markings are key, but can be subtle, so good light and patience are helpful.
When to spot
Year-round, as it is a resident species in its mountainous habitats.
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File:Pycnonotus bimaculatus (AM LB8278).jpg
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File:SSS Pycnonotus Bimaculatus West Java.jpg
File:Pycnonotus bimaculatus, Hong Kong.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pycnonotus bimaculatus (AM LB8278).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pycnonotus bimaculatus by ꦥꦤ꧀ꦗꦶꦒꦸꦱ꧀ꦠꦶꦄꦏ꧀ꦧꦂ.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:SSS Pycnonotus Bimaculatus West Java.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The 'orange spots' can vary in prominence, sometimes appearing as more of a wash, adding to the challenge of identification among similar-looking bulbuls.
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