Yellow-vented bulbul couurtship ritual

Yellow-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus goiavier analis) with a green grasshopper

Intently drop the insect to tease the female

Courtship feeding is when a male bird gives food to a female bird as part of their courtship ritual.

 It's most common when courtship is over, and can be a valuable source of nutrients for the female. 

When does courtship feeding occur? 

During egg formation, during laying, and during incubation. 

What's the purpose of courtship feeding?

To provide nutrients for the female. 

The Yellow-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus goiavier analis) is the most common bird in my backyard. Its bubbly call is a wake-up sound in our parks and gardens

The yellow-vented bulbul eats berries and small fruits. It also sips nectar, nibbles on young shoots, and consumes some insects.

The courtship