The Grey-headed Bulbul is a striking bulbul with a distinct grey head and an olive-green body, often showing a yellowish belly. It is a common and vocal resident of Southeast Asian forests.
Where to spot
Widespread across Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and adjacent islands. Inhabits primary and secondary rainforests, often in the mid-story and lower canopy.
How to spot
Look for the clear contrast between its grey head and olive-green body. Listen for its loud, melodious calls. It often joins mixed-species flocks.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident tropical habitat. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Widespread across Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and adjacent islands. Inhabits primary and secondary rainforests, often in the mid-story and lower canopy.
How to spot
Look for the clear contrast between its grey head and olive-green body. Listen for its loud, melodious calls. It often joins mixed-species flocks.
When to spot
Observable year-round in its resident tropical habitat. Most active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This bulbul is known for its strong, often musical, and far-carrying vocalizations, which are frequently heard echoing through the forest canopy, making it easier to locate.
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