Scientific Name: Oriolus oriolus Common Name: Indian Golden Oriole
Identifying Features: black eye-strip, reddish beak, yellow body, black wings, black tail, females have streaks on underside
Fun Facts:
- Their flight is dipping but strong and has been recorded to reach about 40 km/h.
- Orioles feed on fruits, nectar and insects. They are capable of dispersing the seeds of many berry-bearing plants including the invasive Lantana camara.
This image was clicked by Digital Plume Hunter – via Flickr.
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