Red-whiskered Bulbul
SONG & Calls
Red-whiskered Bulbul (Pycnonotus jocosus)
The Red-whiskered Bulbul (Pycnonotus jocosus) is a songbird native to South-east Asia and the Indian subcontinent. They have been introduced to a number of other places including Australia, Hawaii, Florida and Mauritius. Red-whiskered Bulbuls have been targeted for trapping and hunting for the Asian cagebird trade, as they are prized for their melodious song.
What does a Red-whiskered Bulbul sound like? Red-whiskered Bulbuls are known for their sweet, cheerful melodious song which consists of warbled, bubbly phrases. Other calls include squeaky single notes, buzzy calls, sharp ‘pips’ and chatter when alarmed.
Listen to examples of Red-whiskered Bulbul sounds below.
Listen to Red-whiskered Bulbul Sounds
The audio in the video below features the sounds of Red-whiskered Bulbuls singing in Bardiya National Park, Nepal.
Red-whiskered Bulbul – Typical calls
XC340127 This sample features the typical calls of a Red-whiskered Bulbul. Recorded in Sydney, Australia, where there is an introduced population of this species.
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