Alophoixus pallidus
Size: 22 – 25cm
Weight: 41 – 52g
Found: It is found in Southeast Asia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Description: The puff-throated bulbul is a large bulbul with olive upperparts, yellow underparts, and puffy white throat feathers. It is similar in appearance to the white-throated bulbul but with duller underparts. It has black feet and brown iris and bill. Males and females are visually indistinguishable.
Diet: Consists mainly of berries, although some insects are taken (tendency towards cicadas) – has been observed feeding on nectar occasionally.
Comment: The female builds the nest and incubates and broods the young. Males and helpers aid in feeding the nestlings and fledglings. Nests are open cups typically located in the understorey.
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