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Dark capped bulbul

Pycnonotus barbatus

Photo by AmySutcliffe
Published on Project Noah
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Description:

This small, inquisitive little bird is an opportunistic omnivore feeding on fruits, nectar, insects and spiders. It is mainly dull in colouration but has a lovely flash of bright yellow on its underside. They have a small crest which they raise in display. They are often seen together in mated pairs.

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perhaps put the second photo first?
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PublishedFebruary 13, 2012

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