Black-hooded Oriole
NameBlack-hooded Oriole
Common NameBlack-hooded Oriole
Scientific NameOriolus xanthornus
FamilyOriolidae
Wingspan (cm)27.5
Length (cm)24
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a glossy black head, throat, and upper breast, sharply contrasting with a brilliant golden-yellow body. The wings are black with a prominent yellow patch, and the tail is yellow with a black central band. Females are similar but often duller yellow.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a distinctive series of rich, fluty, and melodious whistles, often transcribed as 'pee-lo-lo' or 'oriole-ole'. It also produces harsh chattering alarm calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, including countries like India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, and parts of Indonesia.
Identifying Featuresblack head, bright golden-yellow body, red eye, orange-red conical bill, black wings with yellow patch, fluty whistle call
Description
This striking medium-sized bird is characterized by its entirely black head contrasting with a vibrant golden-yellow body. It is an active species, often seen foraging in the canopy of trees for insects and fruits.
