Maroon Oriole
NameMaroon Oriole
Common NameMaroon Oriole
Scientific NameOriolus traillii
FamilyOriolidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)26
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsMales have a glossy black head, neck, and upper breast, contrasting sharply with a deep maroon or chestnut-red body, wings, and tail. The bill is pale greyish-blue, and the eyes are dark with a prominent white orbital ring. Females are similar but generally duller in coloration.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of rich, fluty whistles, often described as melodious and clear, such as 'we-we-we-we-weo' or 'pi-lo-lo'. They may also produce harsher chattering or scolding notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a broad range in Southeast Asia, including the Himalayas, northeastern India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesStriking black and maroon plumage (males), Pale greyish-blue bill, Prominent white orbital ring around the eye, Medium size, Fluty, whistling calls
Description
The Maroon Oriole is a striking medium-sized passerine known for its vibrant plumage. It typically inhabits the canopy of forests, where it forages for a diet primarily consisting of fruits and insects. This species is often heard before it is seen, with its distinctive fluty calls echoing through the trees.
