Eurasian Golden Oriole

Oriolus oriolus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Oriolidae

About

The Eurasian golden oriole, also known as the common golden oriole, is a species of passerine bird and the only Old World oriole breeding in Northern Hemisphere temperate regions. It is a summer migrant in Europe and the Palearctic and spends the winter season in central and southern Africa.

Fun Fact

Despite its brilliant yellow plumage, the Eurasian Golden Oriole is astonishingly difficult to see in dappled leaf canopy—its color acts as perfect camouflage.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabit more continuous forests as well as mixed or coniferous forests.

Diet

Feed on insects and fruit, using their bills to pick insects out of crevices.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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