Pale Baywing vs Altamira Oriole
Agelaioides fringillarius compared with Icterus gularis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Pale Baywing | Altamira Oriole |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agelaioides fringillarius | Icterus gularis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.6 cm (6.9 in) | 23.3 cm (9.2 in) |
| Weight | 40.1 g (1.41 oz) | 55.425 g (1.96 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Pale Baywing
Altamira Oriole
About These Birds
Pale Baywing
The Pale Baywing, <em>Agelaioides fringillarius</em>, is a member of the family Icteridae, the New World blackbirds, and is closely related to the Greyish Baywing. Like its relative, this species uses a variety of nest structures including domed nests, open nests, and cavity nests, reflecting flexibility in nest-site selection. Clutch size is typically 3 eggs. No specific habitat type is listed in available records for this species. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. …
Altamira Oriole
The Altamira Oriole is a striking icterid weighing around 55 g with a 23.3 cm wingspan, native to lowland scrub and riparian woodlands of northeastern Mexico and southern Texas. Its brilliant orange-and-black plumage and loud, melodious song make it conspicuous in its habitat.