Dark-throated Oriole
NameDark-throated Oriole
Common NameDark-throated Oriole
Scientific NameOriolus xanthonotus
FamilyOriolidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a glossy black head, throat, and upper breast. The rest of the body, including the nape, mantle, rump, and underparts, is bright yellow. The wings are black with a prominent white bar on the primaries and white tips on the tertials. The tail is black with yellow tips on the outer feathers. The bill is reddish-pink, and the eyes are dark red. Females are duller, with greenish-yellow upperparts and streaked whitish underparts.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of clear, fluty whistles, often with a rising inflection, and can also feature harsh chattering or scolding notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, Java, and the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesBlack head and throat (male), Bright yellow body plumage, Black wings with white markings, Reddish-pink bill, Dark red eyes
Description
The Dark-throated Oriole is a striking medium-sized passerine, typically found in the canopy of lowland forests. Males are easily identified by their contrasting black head and throat against a vibrant yellow body and black wings with white markings. They are arboreal, feeding on insects and fruits.
