The White-eared Bulbul is a lively songbird found across the Middle East and parts of South Asia, particularly in Iran, Pakistan, and India. It thrives in semi-arid regions, gardens, and urban parks, often seen in pairs or small groups. These birds are highly adaptable and are common in both wild and human-influenced environments.
This bulbul is easy to recognize thanks to its striking appearance. It has a mostly grayish-brown body with a black head and throat, sharply contrasting with its distinctive and large white ear patch. Its undertail coverts are a bright orange-yellow, flashing into view when it flicks its tail. The eyes are dark and alert, giving it an expressive look.
White-eared Bulbuls are vocal and social. Their calls are a mix of chirps and whistles, often heard before the birds are seen. They feed on fruits, insects, and nectar, sometimes raiding fruit trees in gardens and orchards. During breeding season, they build cup-shaped nests hidden in dense shrubs or trees.
Though not migratory, they move locally in search of food or nesting areas. Their adaptability to urban spaces has helped them remain widespread and stable across their range.
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