Dark-throated Oriole vs Australasian Figbird
Oriolus xanthonotus compared with Sphecotheres vieilloti
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Dark-throated Oriole | Australasian Figbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oriolus xanthonotus | Sphecotheres vieilloti |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Oriolidae | Oriolidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.4 cm (8.4 in) | 29.4 cm (11.6 in) |
| Weight | 39.0 g (1.38 oz) | 121.5 g (4.29 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Dark-throated Oriole
Least Concern
Australasian Figbird
About These Birds
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.