Jamaican Oriole
A species of New world orioles Scientific name : Icterus leucopteryx Genus : New world orioles
Jamaican Oriole, A species of New world orioles
Botanical name: Icterus leucopteryx
Genus: New world orioles
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Photo By Don Roberson
Description
The Jamaican oriole (Icterus leucopteryx) is a species of bird in the family Icteridae.
Size
21 cm
Life Expectancy
12 years
Feeding Habits
Jamaican Oriole have a diverse diet, consuming insects, arthropods, some small vertebrates, nectar, and fruit. They employ varied foraging methods and exhibit specific adaptations for their broad dietary preferences.
Habitat
Jamaican Oriole typically resides in diverse forested regions including both forests and woodlands across broad geographical areas. This species avoids mangroves and is predominantly found at low elevations, though it can range from sea level to mountainous regions. Additionally, jamaican Oriole is known to frequent gardens within its habitat range.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Distribution Area
It is found in Jamaica and on the Colombian island of San Andrés. It formerly occurred on Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands but is now extirpated there.
Photo By Don Roberson