Oriolidae Collection

Black-and-crimson Oriole (Oriolus cruentus) male, Frasers Hill, Malaysia

Golden Orioles -Oriolus oriolus-, adult male feeding chicks in the nest with a grasshopper, in an acacia tree, Bulgaria

Oriolus sagittatus affinis eggs
Eggs of Olive-backed oriole, Oriolus sagittatus affinis, found by John Gilbert in Port Essington, Northern Territory, Australia, 4th December 1840 Date: 1840

Golden Oriole (Oriolus oriolus), yellow and black bird on a branch

Figbird -Sphecotheres viridis-, male, stretching its wings, rainforest, Daintree National Park, northern Queensland, Australia

Golden Oriole -Oriolus oriolus-, adult female incubating eggs in the nest, in a walnut tree, Bulgaria

Golden Orioles -Oriolus oriolus-, young bird, chick, precocial bird, begging at the nest in an acacia tree, Bulgaria

Golden Oriole -Oriolus oriolus-, adult male, watching over the nest, in a walnut tree, Bulgaria

Black-hooded Oriole (Oriolus xanthornus ceylonensis) adult male, perched on branch, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, February

Dark-throated Oriole (Oriolus xanthonotus xanthonotus) adult male, perched on branch, Way Kambas N. P
Dark-throated Oriole (Oriolus xanthonotus xanthonotus) adult male, perched on branch, Way Kambas N.P. Lampung Province, Sumatra, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Black-and-crimson Oriole (Oriolus cruentus consanguineus) adult male, perched on branch, Kerinci Seblat N. P
Black-and-crimson Oriole (Oriolus cruentus consanguineus) adult male, perched on branch, Kerinci Seblat N.P. Sumatra, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Australasian Figbird (Sphecotheres vieilloti flaviventris) Yellow Figbird subspecies, adult male, perched on branch, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, September

Black-naped Oriole (Oriolus chinensis) adult, perched on twig (captive)

Oriolus sp. oriole
Plate 66, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57). Annotated Oriolus melanocephalus

Oriolus xanthornus, black-hooded Oriole
Plate 165 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

Oriolus traillii, maroon oriole
Plate 74 from John Goulds The Birds of Asia, Vol. 2, (1850-83). Hand coloured lithograph

Turnagra tanagra, North island piopio
Photograph of Turnagra tanagra specimen. Photographed by Harry Taylor, 2009. This species is now considered to be extinct

Icterus bullockii, xanthocephalus xanthocephalus, Agelaius t
Plate 388 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Maroon Oriole (Oriolus traillii) adult female, perched on twig, Corbett N. P. Uttarakhand, India, february
Maroon Oriole (Oriolus traillii) adult female, perched on twig, Corbett N.P. Uttarakhand, India, february

Eastern Black-headed Oriole - attracted to ripening wild figs - Eastern and southern Africa - Satara - Kruger National
ASW-4843 Eastern Black-headed Oriole - attracted to ripening wild figs Eastern and southern Africa - Satara - Kruger National Park - South Africa Oriolus larvatus Alan J. S

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The Oriolidae family encompasses a diverse group of birds, known for their vibrant colors and melodious songs. From the striking Black-and-crimson Oriole to the majestic Golden Orioles, these avian wonders captivate with their beauty and behavior. In the dense rainforests of Daintree National Park in Australia, a male Figbird stretches its wings gracefully, showcasing its emerald plumage against the lush green backdrop. Meanwhile, in Frasers Hill, Malaysia, a male Black-and-crimson Oriole perches proudly on a branch, its black and crimson feathers contrasting vividly against the surrounding foliage. Nestled high up in an acacia tree in Bulgaria's countryside, adult male Golden Orioles tirelessly feed their chicks with grasshoppers and white mulberries. The young birds eagerly beg for food as they grow stronger each day. In another walnut tree nearby, an adult female diligently incubates her precious eggs while her mate watches over them protectively. With their distinctive yellow and black plumage shining brightly amidst nature's canvas, Golden Orioles are truly enchanting creatures. Their melodic calls echo through the trees as they communicate with one another or warn intruders away from their nests. As we observe these fascinating members of the Oriolidae family going about their daily lives - feeding chicks or calling out from treetops - we can't help but marvel at nature's intricate tapestry. These beautiful birds remind us of both the fragility and resilience found within our natural world. So let us cherish these moments spent admiring Oriolus sagittatus affinis eggs hatching or witnessing an adult male Golden Oriole fiercely protecting its nest. Through our appreciation and conservation efforts, we can ensure that future generations will continue to be enchanted by these magnificent creatures that grace our skies with color and song.