Altamira Oriole vs Black Oropendola
Icterus gularis compared with Psarocolius guatimozinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Altamira Oriole | Black Oropendola |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Icterus gularis | Psarocolius guatimozinus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.3 cm (9.2 in) | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) |
| Weight | 55.425 g (1.96 oz) | 241.0 g (8.50 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Altamira Oriole
Least Concern
Black Oropendola
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.
Black Oropendola
The Black Oropendola is a large, distinctive oropendola with mostly black plumage, a chestnut-brown rump and tail, a pink facial patch, and a long pale bill. It inhabits humid tropical forests of Colombia and Panama, where it nests colonially in tall emergent trees. It feeds on large insects, fruits, and nectar, and males display dramatically at nesting colonies with bowing displays.