RUBIGULA

Feb. 6, 2020

The flame-throated bulbul, also called the Rubigula, was chosen as the mascot of the 36th National Games to be held in Goa because it is the State bird of Goa.

About:

Scientific Name: Pycnonotus gularis.
Common Name: Flame-throated bulbul, Rubigula.
Family: It is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds.
Physical description: They are olive backed with yellow undersides and a triangular orange-red throat that stands out against the contrasting black head.
Distribution: It is found in the Western Ghats from southern Maharashtra and Goa southwards.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern.

Source : The Hindu

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