Length
22-25 cm
Wingspan
43-45 cm
Classification
Order: Passeriformes
Family: Oriolidae
Habitat
It breeds in deciduous forests with large trees, agricultural areas with copses, near rivers and lakes, in large parks. Preference for riparian trees (poplars, elms, willows). Shy and difficult to see well despite its bright colours. Tends to stay hidden in foliage and flies long distances quickly.
Description
Its scientific name comes from the Latin aurum, “golden”, “golden bird”. The male is unmistakable, golden yellow with bridle wings and black tail. Females and juveniles are greenish-yellow on the back, with whitish underparts streaked with dark. The bridle of females is dark grey. It has a strong and robust beak, of a red-pink colour.
Description
Its scientific name comes from the Latin aurum, “golden”, “golden bird”. The male is unmistakable, golden yellow with bridle wings and black tail. Females and juveniles are greenish-yellow on the back, with whitish underparts streaked with dark. The bridle of females is dark grey. It has a strong and robust beak, of a red-pink colour.
Resident | Transient | Winter | Summer
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