Streaked Bulbul

Large thrush found mostly in the understory of humid forest and old second growth. Many different subspecies occur with significant variation in plumage tones, but all have a white collar, an olive-brown back, a yellow eyering, and a streaked throat. Subspecies vary in the color of the belly (brown or pale) and flanks (presence or absence of orange). The song is also quite variable among subspecies.

Large, found along streams in forested hills and mountains. Dark purple with tiny silvery spots on head, back, and wings. Bill color varies with range: dark in central and eastern China and parts of mainland Southeast Asia, bright yellow in populations elsewhere. Frequently fans tail while standing on an exposed perch such as a waterside rock or overhanging branch. True to its name, it does whistle: a long piercing note that carries well over the sound of rushing water.

A small honeyeater with a short, downcurved bill. Striking male shows a scarlet head, breast, back, and rump, a contrastingly dark tail and wings, and a whitish belly. Female and juvenile are entirely gray-brown with a diagnostic red wash on the face and throat. Found singly or in pairs at upper levels of hill forest. Male could be mistaken for the similarly-shaped Crimson Sunbird, but is smaller, shorter-billed, and shorter-tailed, with a whitish belly. Song is a short, high-pitched warble, “chew-chew-wit-wit.” Also gives “chew” call notes.