Montserrat Oriole
Icterus oberi
VulnerableAves · Passeriformes · Icteridae
About
The Montserrat oriole is a medium-sized black-and-yellow icterid.
Fun Fact
It inhabits the Centre Hills and South Soufriere Hills Important Bird Areas on the island of Montserrat in the Lesser Antilles of the West Indies, and is the national bird of this British territory.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in three main areas: the bamboo forest east of Galways Soufrière, the leeward slopes of the Chances Peak mountain and the Centre Hills (especially the Runaway Ghaut area).
Diet
Diet of the bird consists mainly of insects and fruits.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change