Red-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus cafer) is in the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 3,121 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: year-round resident. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Red-vented Bulbul: observations by month (U.S.)
About Red-vented Bulbul
The red-vented bulbul (Pycnonotus cafer) is a member of the bulbul family of passerines. It is resident breeder across the Indian subcontinent, including Sri Lanka extending east to Burma and parts of Tibet. It has been introduced in many other parts of the world and has established itself in the wild on several Pacific islands including Fiji, Samoa, Tonga and Hawaii. It has also established itself in parts of the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, the United...From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Red-vented Bulbul by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 2,677 | April | Mar–Feb |
| Texas | 441 | January | Dec–Nov |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related birds (Bulbuls)
Photography tips
- Use a fast shutter (1/2000 s or faster) for birds in flight.
- Focus on the eye and shoot at the bird's eye level.
- Approach slowly and stop if the bird changes behavior; never bait or flush birds.
- Morning activity peaks in the first two hours after sunrise.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Red-vented Bulbul?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from March to February.
Where is Red-vented Bulbul most often seen?
The most observations come from Hawaii, Texas.