Black-cowled Oriole
Icterus prosthemelas
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Icteridae
About
The black-cowled oriole is a species of bird in the family Icteridae. It is common and widespread in the Caribbean lowlands and foothills from southern Mexico to western Panama. It lives primarily in humid or semihumid forest, as well as in clearings, along forest edges, in plantations, in semi-open areas with scattered trees and bushes, and in gardens. The adult male is black, with yellow on the belly, shoulder, rump, wing lining, and crissum. The female's plumage varies depending on location. In the south of its range, it is similar to that of the male. In the north, its crown and upperparts are olive-yellow, while its face, throat, upper breast, wings, and tail are black.
Fun Fact
It is common and widespread in the Caribbean lowlands and foothills from southern Mexico to western Panama.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in humid and semihumid forest, including in clearings and along edges, as well as in more open areas with scattered bushes and trees.
Diet
Eats a mixed diet of arthropods, fruits, and nectar, poking and prodding among plant foliage for prey, and sometimes hanging head downward to remove prey from the underside of leaves.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance