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Microscelis
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Microscelis

Gray, GR, 1840
Synonyms
  • Galgulus

Microscelis is a former genus of bulbuls.

The following species were classified within the genus Microscelis but are now assigned to Iole , Hemixos or Hypsipetes :

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<i>Hemixos</i> Genus of birds

Hemixos is a songbird genus in the bulbul family, Pycnonotidae.

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