Orange-spotted Bulbul
Photo © Светлана Царахова
Photo © Светлана Царахова — CC0 1.0 — Source: iNaturalist #365357951The orange-spotted bulbul (Pycnonotus bimaculatus) is a species of songbird in the bulbul family of passerine birds. It is endemic to Java, Bali and Sumatra. It favors forest edges and open meadows in montane forests. == Taxonomy and systematics == The orange-spotted bulbul was originally described in the genus Turdus by Thomas Horsfield in 1821. Until 2016, the Aceh bulbul (Pycnonotus snouckaerti) was considered as a subspecies of the orange-spotted bulbul until split by the IOC. Most other authorities have not yet recognized this split. === Subspecies === Two subspecies are recognized: P. b. bimaculatus – (Horsfield, 1821): Found on south-western Sumatra, western and central Java P. b. tenggerensis – (van Oort, 1911): Found on eastern Java and Bali == Description == Up to 20 cm long. It is a dark-colored and active bulbul with a rounded tail. === Calls === It is a noisy bird, giving out a variety of harsh and loud calls and songs. == Behaviour and ecology == === Diet === It is a frugivore. === Reproduction === It breeds throughout the year. Nesting occurs year-round, peaking in May. Nests are robust and cup-shaped.
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