Black-hooded Oriole vs Northern Variable Pitohui
Oriolus xanthornus compared with Pitohui kirhocephalus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-hooded Oriole | Northern Variable Pitohui |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oriolus xanthornus | Pitohui kirhocephalus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Oriolidae | Oriolidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 26.7 cm (10.5 in) | 22.8 cm (9.0 in) |
| Weight | 60.333333333333336 g (2.13 oz) | 83.75 g (2.95 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-hooded Oriole
Least Concern
Northern Variable Pitohui
About These Birds
Black-hooded Oriole
The Black-hooded Oriole is a medium-sized, brilliantly colored oriole with a jet-black head and throat, vivid golden-yellow body, and black-and-yellow wings. It inhabits open deciduous forest, woodland, parks, and gardens across the Indian subcontinent and Sri Lanka. It feeds on insects, caterpillars, nectar, and fruits, foraging actively in the forest canopy and upper midstory.