Orange-crowned Oriole
NameOrange-crowned Oriole
Common NameOrange-crowned Oriole
Scientific NameIcterus prosthemelas
FamilyIcteridae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a glossy black hood covering the head, throat, and upper back. The rest of the body, including the crown, nape, lower breast, belly, and rump, is bright orange-yellow. Wings are black with a prominent yellow shoulder patch and sometimes a narrow white bar; the tail is black.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, rich, and varied whistled notes. Calls include sharp 'chek' notes and chattering sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central America, from southeastern Mexico south through Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Identifying Featuresblack hood, bright orange-yellow body, black wings with yellow shoulder patch, dark bill
Description
This striking oriole features a glossy black head, throat, and upper back, contrasting sharply with its vibrant orange-yellow body. It is typically found foraging for insects and fruits in the canopy of tropical forests.
