About the African Black-headed Oriole
The black-headed oriole is a species of bird in the family Oriolidae. It is found in Africa and has a very striking appearance with a bright yellow body, contrasting black head and flesh-coloured beak.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Orioles (Oriolidae) |
| Species | Oriolus larvatus |
| Species Codes | abhori1, EBHO, BHOR, ABHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Black-headed Oriole belong to?
The African Black-headed Oriole (Oriolus larvatus) belongs to the Old World Orioles family (Oriolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the African Black-headed Oriole?
The black-headed oriole is a species of bird in the family Oriolidae. It is found in Africa and has a very striking appearance with a bright yellow body, contrasting black head and flesh-coloured beak....
Where can I report a African Black-headed Oriole sighting?
You can log sightings of African Black-headed Oriole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code abhori1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
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