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Red-vented Bulbul

Pycnonotus cafer
Family
Order
Passeriformes
Codes
revbul, RVBU

About the Red-vented Bulbul

The Red-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus cafer) is a species of bird in the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 161 recognized species worldwide.

Use the eBird species code revbul when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPasseriformes
FamilyBulbuls (Pycnonotidae)
SpeciesPycnonotus cafer
Species Codesrevbul, RVBU

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Red-vented Bulbul belong to?

The Red-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus cafer) belongs to the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), in the order Passeriformes.

How can I identify the Red-vented Bulbul?

The Red-vented Bulbul is a member of the Bulbuls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.

Where can I report a Red-vented Bulbul sighting?

You can log sightings of Red-vented Bulbul on eBird (ebird.org) using species code revbul, or on iNaturalist.