Yellow Oriole
NameYellow Oriole
Common NameYellow Oriole
Scientific NameIcterus nigrogularis
FamilyIcteridae
Wingspan (cm)25
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsAdults are predominantly bright yellow, with a distinctive black mask covering the lores, eyes, and throat. The wings are black with a prominent white wing bar and white edging on the tertials, and the tail is also black.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of clear, rich, and varied whistled phrases. It also produces chattering and scolding calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban, coastal, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in northern South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, the Guianas, and parts of northern Brazil, as well as Trinidad and Tobago and some Lesser Antilles islands.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow plumage, black mask and throat, black wings with white wing bar, pointed bill
Description
The Yellow Oriole is a striking medium-sized songbird known for its vibrant yellow plumage. It typically forages in the canopy of trees, feeding on insects, fruits, and nectar, and is often found in open woodlands and gardens.
