African Red-eyed Bulbul
Pycnonotus nigricans
- Class
- Bird
- Rarity
- Common
- Observations
- 1,754
- Most observed in
- 🇳🇦 Namibia
- Conservation
- Least Concern
Description
The African red-eyed bulbul or black-fronted bulbul (Pycnonotus nigricans) is a species of songbird in the family Pycnonotidae. It is found in south-western Africa. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, and riverine scrub. It feeds on fruit (including Ficus), flowers, nectar, and insects.
Summary adapted from the Wikipedia article “African red-eyed bulbul”.