Black Oriole vs Australasian Figbird
Oriolus hosii compared with Sphecotheres vieilloti
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Oriole | Australasian Figbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oriolus hosii | Sphecotheres vieilloti |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Oriolidae | Oriolidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.6 cm (9.7 in) | 29.4 cm (11.6 in) |
| Weight | 64.0 g (2.26 oz) | 121.5 g (4.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Black Oriole
Australasian Figbird
About These Birds
Black Oriole
The Black Oriole is a near-threatened, medium-sized oriole with entirely black plumage and a pale yellow bill, unusual among the typically colorful oriole family. It is endemic to the mountains of Borneo, inhabiting the forest interior and edges at elevations from 900 to 2,600 meters. It feeds on insects, fruits, and berries in the forest canopy and midstory.
Australasian Figbird
The Australasian Figbird is a gregarious, medium-sized oriole found in rainforest edges and urban parks across northern and eastern Australia and New Guinea. Weighing about 121.5g with a wingspan of 29.4cm, the male has a bright red bare facial patch and olive-green plumage. It feeds heavily on figs and soft fruits in the forest canopy.