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Venezuelan Troupial

Icterus icterus

The Venezuelan Troupial is a bright orange and black bird that loves to sing! It has a beautiful, cheerful song that can be heard in the trees and gardens.

Habitat: Urban areas, forests

Appearance

The Venezuelan Troupial has a strikingly bold appearance with a bright orange body, contrasted by a black head, bib, wings, and tail. A prominent white patch on each wing makes it visually distinct from other orange birds.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyIcteridaeGenusIcterus
Venezuelan Troupial
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Venezuelan Troupial

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

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Interesting facts

Did you know the Venezuelan Troupial is the proud national bird of Venezuela? Wow!

Some people keep them as pets just to hear their incredibly beautiful and varied songs.

Their vibrant orange feathers are a natural warning to predators, making them think twice!

These clever birds don't always build their own nests; they often "borrow" abandoned ones!

Special abilities

Ability

Sound Weaver

Venezuelan Troupial can mimic calls of other birds and sounds from its environment, which helps them communicate and maybe even deter rivals.

Ability

Home Invader

Venezuelan Troupial often takes over the nests of other bird species, saving energy and providing a ready-made home for its chicks.

Ability

Color Communicator

Venezuelan Troupial has vivid orange and black plumage that signals its presence and health to potential mates and rivals.

Measurements & details

Length
23-25 cm
Wingspan
30-36 cm
Weight
0.058-0.072 kg
Lifespan
8-10 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
2-4
Incubation
13-14 days

Diet & Feeding

This bird eats a mix of juicy fruits, sweet nectar, and crunchy insects to stay healthy!

Primary Foods

  • fruits
  • insects
  • nectar
  • small lizards
  • spiders
  • berries

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Boa Constrictor

Boa constrictor

Their eggs and chicks can be prey for large snakes.

eats

Brown Anole

Anolis sagrei

Often hunts small lizards as part of its varied diet.

eats

Shortleaf Fig

Ficus citrifolia

Feeds on the sweet fruits of various fig tree species.

depends on

Tropical Mockingbird

Mimus gilvus

Often takes over the abandoned nests of this and other bird species.

Traits

Also known as

Troupial

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Venezuelan Troupial?

23-25 cm

What is Venezuelan Troupial's wingspan?

30-36 cm

How much does Venezuelan Troupial weigh?

0.058-0.072 kg

How long does Venezuelan Troupial live?

8-10 years

How fast can Venezuelan Troupial move?

40 km/h

What does Venezuelan Troupial eat?

This bird eats a mix of juicy fruits, sweet nectar, and crunchy insects to stay healthy!

Where is Venezuelan Troupial usually found?

Urban areas, forests

How does Venezuelan Troupial hunt?

Foraging

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