African Golden Oriole
Oriolus auratus
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Least Concern
Envergadura
27,6 cm
Peso
67,33333333333333 g
Familia
Oriolidae
Orden
Passeriformes
Acerca de
The African Golden Oriole weighs about 67g and is found in woodland and savanna across sub-Saharan Africa. The male's golden-yellow plumage is unmistakable, and both sexes produce melodious calls.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 27,6 cm | 10.9 in |
| Peso | 67,33333333333333 g | 2.38 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 15 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
1-5
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Passeriformes (Aves Canoras) |
| Familia | Oriolidae (Oropéndolas del Viejo Mundo) |
| Genus | Oriolus |
| Especies | Oriolus auratus |
Distribution
African Golden Oriole has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Presente
Not recorded
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External Databases
Preguntas frecuentes
Is the African Golden Oriole endangered?
The African Golden Oriole has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Golden Oriole nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the African Golden Oriole?
The African Golden Oriole has a wingspan of 27.6 cm, weight of 67.33333333333333 g.
What order and family does the African Golden Oriole belong to?
The African Golden Oriole (Oriolus auratus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Oriolidae.
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