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Red-whiskered Bulbul
  Pycnonotus jocosus
Red-whiskered Bulbul

Characteristics:
About 20 cm long. Black crest, red cheek patch (except juveniles) and orange-red vent.

Distribution:
Resident. Often seen in woodland in the countryside, urban parks and wooded areas.

Habits:
Flying in trees in small flocks. Feeds on fruits and insects.


Photo: Cheung Ho Fai

 
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