Australasian Figbird

Sphecotheres vieilloti

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Oriolidae

About

The Australasian figbird, also known as the green figbird, is a conspicuous, medium-sized passerine bird native to a wide range of wooded habitats in northern and eastern Australia, southern New Guinea, and the Kai Islands. It is common in large parts of its range, and occurs in numerous protected areas. Consequently, it is rated as least concern by BirdLife International and the IUCN.

Fun Fact

oz), it is probably the largest of the Old World orioles.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to a wide range of wooded habitats in northern and eastern Australia, southern New Guinea, and the Kai Islands.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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