Altamira Oriole

Icterus gularis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Icteridae

About

The Altamira oriole is a New World oriole. The bird is widespread in subtropical lowlands of the Mexican Gulf Coast and northern Central America, the Pacific coast and inland. They have since spread to southern Texas, but this was not until 1939.

Fun Fact

oz), this is the largest oriole in genus Icterus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in semi-arid areas with scattered trees, and open riparian woodland.

Diet

Diet includes fruit (small fruits, hackberries and figs) and insects, such as grasshoppers, crickets, and caterpillars.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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