Slender-billed Oriole
NameSlender-billed Oriole
Common NameSlender-billed Oriole
Scientific NameOriolus tenuirostris
FamilyOriolidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)24.5
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsAdult males are predominantly bright golden-yellow with a prominent black mask extending from the lores through the eye. The wings are black with yellow edgings, and the tail is black with yellow tips on the outer feathers. The bill is slender and pinkish-red. Females are generally duller, often with a greenish-yellow hue and less defined black markings.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its rich, fluty, and melodious whistle, often described as a series of clear, drawn-out notes like 'wee-ooo-wee-ooo' or 'pee-lo-pee-lo'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Slender-billed Oriole is found across parts of South and Southeast Asia, including the Himalayan foothills, northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China. It is migratory in some areas of its range.
Identifying FeaturesBright golden-yellow plumage (male), Black mask through the eye, Slender, pinkish-red bill, Black wings and tail with yellow markings, Melodious, fluty call
Description
The Slender-billed Oriole is a striking medium-sized bird, characterized by its vibrant golden-yellow plumage and a distinctive slender, pinkish bill. It is an arboreal species, often found foraging for insects and fruits within the canopy of forests and woodlands.
