The yellow-gorgeted greenbul, formerly known as the yellow-throated leaflove, is a species of passerine bird in the bulbul family Pycnonotidae. It is found in West Africa. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, moist savanna, and subtropical or tropical moist shrubland.
Region
West Africa
Typical Environment
Occurs from forest edges and gallery forests to moist savannas and shrublands, favoring dense thickets and riparian vegetation. It tolerates secondary growth and degraded woodland and is frequently found around plantations and cultivated mosaics with scattered trees. The species typically occupies the understory to mid-canopy strata, moving through tangles and along forest margins. It is patchily distributed where suitable cover and fruiting shrubs are present.
Altitude Range
0–1500 m
Climate Zone
Tropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 2/5
This bulbul is often seen in pairs or small parties along forest edges and riverine thickets, where its bright yellow throat patch stands out in the shade. It readily joins mixed-species flocks and adapts well to secondary growth. Its loud, fluty phrases are a common sound in suitable West African habitats. Despite habitat alteration in parts of its range, it remains widespread and locally common.
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
short rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Usually seen in pairs or small family groups and often joins mixed-species foraging flocks. Breeding pairs are territorial, building a neat cup nest in dense shrubs or low trees. Clutches typically contain two to three eggs, and both sexes participate in care.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Delivers loud, fluty whistles and conversational chatter, often in repeated phrases. Pairs may duet, with clear notes that carry through thickets and along forest edges.
