Black-headed Oriole
Oriolus larvatus
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Old World Orioles (Oriolidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The black-headed oriole (Oriolus larvatus) 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.
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Range and habitat
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Black-headed oriole
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
