Australasian Figbird vs South Island Piopio
Sphecotheres vieilloti compared with Turnagra capensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Australasian Figbird | South Island Piopio |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphecotheres vieilloti | Turnagra capensis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Oriolidae | Oriolidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Extinct |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 29.4 cm (11.6 in) | — |
| Weight | 121.5 g (4.29 oz) | 115.0 g (4.06 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Australasian Figbird
Extinct
South Island Piopio
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.