About the Chestnut-headed Oropendola
The chestnut-headed oropendola is a New World tropical icterid bird. The scientific name of the species commemorates Johann Georg Wagler, who established Psarocolius, the oropendola genus.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Troupials and Allies (Icteridae) |
| Species | Psarocolius wagleri |
| Species Codes | chhoro1, CHOR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-headed Oropendola belong to?
The Chestnut-headed Oropendola (Psarocolius wagleri) belongs to the Troupials and Allies family (Icteridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-headed Oropendola?
The chestnut-headed oropendola is a New World tropical icterid bird. The scientific name of the species commemorates Johann Georg Wagler, who established Psarocolius, the oropendola genus....
Where can I report a Chestnut-headed Oropendola sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-headed Oropendola on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chhoro1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
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