Black-hooded Oriole
Oriolus xanthornus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="oriolus-xanthornus"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-hooded Oriole (Oriolus xanthornus) is a bird species in the family Oriolidae (old world orioles), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26.7 cm and a weight of 60.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Black-hooded Oriole is a medium-sized, brilliantly colored oriole with a jet-black head and throat, vivid golden-yellow body, and black-and-yellow wings. It inhabits open deciduous forest, woodland, parks, and gardens across the Indian subcontinent and Sri Lanka. It feeds on insects, caterpillars, nectar, and fruits, foraging actively in the forest canopy and upper midstory.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.7 cm | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 60.333333333333336 g | 2.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Oriolidae (Old World Orioles) |
| Genus | Oriolus |
| Species | Oriolus xanthornus |
Distribution
Black-hooded Oriole has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Oriolidae family