Yellow-streaked Greenbul

The Yellow-streaked Greenbul, known scientifically as Phyllastrephus flavostriatus, is a charming songbird that graces the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It is adorned with a distinctive plumage that harmonizes with the lush environments it inhabits.

Identification Tips

This species can be recognized by its olive-green upperparts and the yellow streaks that elegantly mark its underparts. Observers should note the subtle yet distinct coloration that sets it apart from its relatives.

Habitat

The Yellow-streaked Greenbul is a denizen of subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, as well as subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, where it finds refuge and sustenance.

Distribution

The bird's range extends across eastern and south-eastern Africa, where it flits through various landscapes, from the highlands near Lake Albert, Lake Edward, and Lake Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo to the Udzungwa Mountains in eastern Tanzania, and further to the eastern reaches of Zimbabwe, southern Mozambique, and eastern South Africa.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List categorizes the Yellow-streaked Greenbul as Least Concern, indicating that, for now, this species does not face immediate threats to its survival. However, continued monitoring is essential to ensure it remains out of danger.