Brown-eared Bulbul (Hypsipetes amaurotis) ヒヨドリ
The Brown-eared Bulbul is found throughout Japan. There are several subspecies in Japan too. they feed on insects fruit and nectar. They are said to like the nectar of Camellia plants, and this one’s face is painted with Camellia pollen. They are also an important pollinator of Camellia. Amami 2025
The Brown-eared Bulbuls also feed on the nectar of the cherry trees. They are grayish and have a brown ear patch. Amami 2025