Bird · GBIF taxon 2488949
Eurasian Golden Oriole
Oriolus oriolusAlso known as Golden Oriole
The Eurasian Golden Oriole is a canopy bird; adult males are brilliant yellow with black wings, while females are greener and more streaked below. Its rich fluting whistle carries far through leafy woodland even when the bird remains hidden.
Canopy BirdFluting SongLong-distance Migrant
Licensed referenceApatura1955 / CC0 · cc0
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Caterpillars
- Beetles
- Other insects
Predators
- Goshawks
- Owls
- Martens
ThreatsForest and grove loss, pesticide exposure, illegal trapping, drought, and migration hazards
HabitatsDeciduous woodland, river groves, orchards, parks, shelterbelts, and wooded farmland
Life spanOften several years; some wild birds live more than a decade
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyOriolidae
- SpeciesOriolus oriolus
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Listen from paths and avoid playback near concealed canopy nests.
Responsible observation
- Song: Follow the mellow descending whistle into the upper canopy.
- Male: Look for yellow plumage sharply contrasting with black wings.
- Patience: Let a feeding bird emerge naturally rather than pursuing it.
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