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Altamira Oriole

Icterus gularis

The Altamira Oriole is a bright orange and black bird that loves to sing! It builds beautiful hanging nests in trees, making it a special sight to see in nature.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Altamira Oriole is a striking bird with a brilliant orange body, a distinct black bib, and black wings adorned with prominent white wing bars. Its vibrant plumage makes it easily recognizable in its arboreal habitat.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyIcteridaeGenusIcterus
Altamira Oriole
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Altamira Oriole

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Male and female Altamira Orioles look almost identical!

Their elaborate hanging nests can be over 60 centimeters long!

These smart birds often nest in thorny trees for extra safety.

They use different calls to warn others about danger.

Special abilities

Ability

Basket Weaver

Altamira Orioles can weave intricate, hanging pouch-like nests because they use their strong beaks to intertwine plant fibers, protecting their eggs.

Ability

Sweet Tooth Scout

Altamira Orioles can feed on flower nectar using their pointed beaks, which helps them gain energy from sugary plant fluids.

Ability

Vibrant Signal

Altamira Orioles have brilliant orange and black feathers that help them attract mates and signal health to partners.

Measurements & details

Length
23-25 cm
Wingspan
30-35 cm
Weight
0.04-0.05 kg
Lifespan
5-7 years
Top Speed
45 km/h
Clutch Size
3-5
Incubation
12-14 days

Diet & Feeding

These colorful birds enjoy a mix of insects, fruits, and nectar, making them important seed dispersers and pest controllers.

Primary Foods

  • insects
  • spiders
  • berries
  • figs
  • flower nectar

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

hunts

Tobacco Hornworm

Manduca sexta

feeds on caterpillars found on leaves and branches.

eaten by

Cooper's Hawk

Accipiter cooperii

is a prey item for agile raptors in its habitat.

pollinates

Century Plant

Agave americana

drinks nectar from its flowers, helping to spread pollen.

shelters

Sugarberry

Celtis laevigata

often builds its elaborate hanging nests in the sturdy branches.

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't disturb their nests.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Altamira Oriole?

23-25 cm

What is Altamira Oriole's wingspan?

30-35 cm

How much does Altamira Oriole weigh?

0.04-0.05 kg

How long does Altamira Oriole live?

5-7 years

How fast can Altamira Oriole move?

45 km/h

What does Altamira Oriole eat?

These colorful birds enjoy a mix of insects, fruits, and nectar, making them important seed dispersers and pest controllers.

Where is Altamira Oriole usually found?

Forests

How does Altamira Oriole hunt?

Foraging

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