The Wildebeest's guide to South Africa
African Red-eyed Bulbul
Afrikaans name: Rooioogtiptol
African Red-eyed Bulbul
Photo © Steven Herbert
Pycnonotus nigricans
Those living in the eastern half of South Africa will be very familiar with the Dark-capped Bulbul which is also known as the Black-eyed Bulbul. The African Red-eyed Bulbul fills a similar role in the drier western regions of South Africa.
These Bulbuls are common and quite comfortable living near people and are often found in gardens. They have a cheerful call which will be familiar with most people.
They are most commonly found near human habitation or along watercourses.
The African Red-eyed Bulbul reaches a length of around 20 cm. Male and female have the same plumage.
Various items are eaten by these birds. On the menu are things like fruit, nectar, insects and spiders. Seeds are also eaten at times.
Roberts Birds Names by Edition
| Edition | Roberts nr | Scientific name |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 544 | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| 2nd | 544 | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| 3rd | 544 | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| 4th | 544 | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| 5th | 567 | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| 6th | 567 | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| 7th | 615 | Pycnonotus nigricans |
| Edition | Roberts nr | English name |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 544 | Red-eyed Bulbul |
| 2nd | 544 | Red-eyed Bulbul |
| 3rd | 544 | Red-eyed Bulbul |
| 4th | 544 | Red-eyed Bulbul |
| 5th | 567 | Redeyed Bulbul |
| 6th | 567 | Redeyed Bulbul |
| 7th | 615 | African Red-eyed Bulbul |
| Edition | Roberts nr | Afrikaans name |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 544 | Rooioog-tiptol |
| 2nd | 544 | Rooioog-tiptol |
| 3rd | 544 | Rooioog-tiptol |
| 4th | 544 | Rooioog-tiptol |
| 5th | 567 | Rooioogtiptol |
| 6th | 567 | Rooioogtiptol |
| 7th | 615 | Rooioogtiptol |
References and further reading
Wildlife of Southern Africa - Author: Martin Withers and David Hosking - Published: 2011 - Page: 146The Birds of South Africa - 1st Edition - Author: Dr. Austin Roberts - Published: 1949 - Page: 225
The Birds of South Africa - Author: Hazel Stokes - Published: 1979 - Page: 34
Southern African Bird Names Explained - Author: Charles Clinning - Published: 1989 - Page: 121
Sasol Birds of Southern Africa - 1st Edition - Author: Ian Sinclair et al. - Published: 1993 - Page: 298
Sasol Birds of Southern Africa - 4th Edition - Author: Ian Sinclair et al. - Published: 2011 - Page: 312
Roberts Birds of Southern Africa - 5th Edition - Author: Gordon Lindsay Maclean - Published: 1985 - Page: 497
Roberts Birds of Southern Africa - 6th Edition - Author: Gordon Lindsay Maclean - Published: 1993 - Page: 492
Roberts Birds of South Africa - 3rd Edition - Author: McLachlan and Liversidge - Published: 1975 - Page: 371
Roberts Birds of South Africa - 4th Edition - Author: McLachlan and Liversidge - Published: 1981 - Page: 383
Roberts Birds of South Africa - 2nd edition - Author: McLachlan and Liversidge - Published: 1957 - Page: 289
Roberts Bird Guide - Author: Hugh Chittenden - Published: 2007 - Page: 240
Newmans Birds of Southern Africa - 1st Edition - Author: Ken Newman - Published: 1984 - Page: 306
Newmans Birds of Southern Africa - 7th Edition - Author: Ken Newman - Published: 2000 - Page: 306
Know your Garden Birds - Author: - Published: 0 - Page: 18
Geoff Lockwoods Garden Birds of Southern Africa - Author: Geoff Lockwood - Published: 0 - Page: 89
Ian Sinclairs Field Guide to the Birds of Southern Africa - 2nd Edition - Author: Ian Sinclair - Published: 1988 - Page: 220
Collins Illustrated Checklist - Birds of Southern Africa - 1st edition - Author: Ber van Perlo - Published: 1999 - Page: 55
Garden Birds in South Africa - Author: Duncan Butchart - Published: 2017 - Page: 100
Garden Birds of Southern Africa - Author: P. Ginn & G. McIlleron - Published: 1981 - Page: 32
Birds of the Transkei - Author: C.D. Quickelberge - Published: 1989 - Page: 89
Birds of the Transvaal - Author: Tarboton, Kemp and Kemp - Published: 1987 - Page: 184
A First Guide to South African Birds - 7th Edition - Author: Leonard Gill - Published: 1975 - Page: 72
A First Guide to South African Birds - 6th Edition - Author: Leonard Gill - Published: 1959 - Page: 72
A Field Guide to the Birds of Southern Africa - 2nd Edition - Author: O.P.M. Prozesky - Published: 1983 - Page: 219
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