Red-tailed leaflove explained

The red-tailed leaflove (Phyllastrephus scandens) is a species of leaflove in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae. It is found in western and central Africa.

Taxonomy and systematics

Although originally described in the genus Phyllastrephus, the red-tailed leaflove was briefly transferred to the former genus Pyrrhurus (now subsumed into Phyllastrephus) during the period 2009-2010 by the IOC. Some other authorities continue to classify the red-tailed leaflove in the genus Pyrrhurus. Alternate names for the red-tailed leaflove include the African leaflove, common leaflove, leaflove and plain leaflove.[1]

Subspecies

Two subspecies are recognized:[2]

Distribution and habitat

The red-tailed leaflove is found across western and central Africa. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and moist savanna.

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Phyllastrephus scandens - Avibase. avibase.bsc-eoc.org. 2017-04-19.
  2. Web site: Bulbuls « IOC World Bird List. www.worldbirdnames.org. en-US. 2017-04-18.