Family

Oriolidae

Habits

Competent mimic of other bird calls. Nest is a purse-shaped stucture built of wool, plant down, bark fragments and other soft materials.

Habitat

Forest Woodland, open woodland.

Breeding

September October November December January, 2 to 4; cream. Incubation period 17-18 days by female, young fledge 15-17 days.

Parks

Kakadu National Park

Diet

Omnivore, Native fruits; berries and insects; ants, caterpillars.

Details

Common Name: Olive-backed Oriole Scientific Name: Oriolus sagittatus
Sub Order: Unavailable Order: Passeriformes
Class: Aves Category: Native
Status: Least Concern Size: 250-280 mm

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