Pycnonotus davisoni
The Pale-eyed Bulbul (Pycnonotus davisoni) is a medium-sized passerine, measuring approximately 19-21 cm in length, characterized by its distinctive pale white or creamy-white iris that sharply contrasts with its otherwise dark, olive-grey head. Its upperparts are a consistent olive-green, extending across the wings and tail, while its underparts transition to yellowish-olive, often brighter yellow on the belly and vent. This striking eye color serves as its most crucial field mark, distingui...
Primarily inhabits subtropical and tropical moist lowland and montane evergreen broadleaf forests, frequently utilizing forest edges and secondary growth up to 1800 meters elevation.
Omnivorous, primarily consuming a variety of small insects gleaned from vegetation, alongside a significant proportion of fruits and berries, and occasionally flower nectar.
This diurnal species is actively foraging throughout the day, typically moving through the middle and upper canopy layers of its forest habitat. Foraging involves gleaning insects from foliage and branches, as well as plucking various fruits and berries. They are usually observed singly, in pairs...
The Pale-eyed Bulbul is endemic to Southeast Asia, with its primary distribution encompassing eastern Myanmar and extending into western and northern Thailand. In Myanmar, its range is predominantly situated east of the Irrawaddy River, spreading south through the Bago Region and into the Tenasse...
Least Concern
- The Pale-eyed Bulbul's most distinguishing feature, its striking pale white iris, is directly referenced in its common name, a unique trait among many drabber-eyed bulbuls. - It was historically classified as a subspecies of the Streak-eared Bulbul (*Pycnonotus conradi*) but was elevated to ful...