Altamira Oriole vs Bar-winged Oriole
Icterus gularis compared with Icterus maculialatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Altamira Oriole | Bar-winged Oriole |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Icterus gularis | Icterus maculialatus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.3 cm (9.2 in) | 19.2 cm (7.6 in) |
| Weight | 55.425 g (1.96 oz) | 45.0 g (1.59 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Altamira Oriole
Least Concern
Bar-winged Oriole
About These Birds
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.
Bar-winged Oriole
The Bar-winged Oriole is a colorful oriole of the family Icteridae found in highland pine-oak forests of Guatemala and El Salvador. Weighing about 45g with a wingspan of 19.2cm, the male has black-and-yellow plumage with distinctive white wing-bars. It inhabits montane forest canopy where it feeds on insects, nectar, and fruit.