Bahama Oriole vs Slender-billed Grackle

Icterus northropi compared with Quiscalus palustris

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Bahama Oriole Slender-billed Grackle
Scientific Name Icterus northropi Quiscalus palustris
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Icteridae Icteridae
Conservation Status Endangered Extinct
Length
Wingspan 18.0 cm (7.1 in)
Weight 39.95 g (1.41 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 3 --
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Bahama Oriole only

Slender-billed Grackle only

None

Conservation Status

Endangered

Bahama Oriole

Extinct

Slender-billed Grackle

About These Birds

Bahama Oriole

The Bahama Oriole is an Endangered oriole endemic to Andros Island in the Bahamas, weighing about 39.95g with a wingspan of 18cm. It has striking black-and-yellow plumage and inhabits pine woodlands and forest edges. Its very limited range and habitat loss make it highly vulnerable to extinction.

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