Oriolus traillii
The Maroon Oriole (Oriolus traillii) is a strikingly beautiful songbird within the Oriolidae family, renowned for its deep, glossy plumage. Adult males are unmistakable, sporting a rich maroon body that contrasts sharply with a velvety black head, throat, wings, and tail. Their bright crimson-red bill and similarly colored eyes complete this vibrant display, making them one of the most distinctive orioles in Asia. Females are less vivid, exhibiting a duller, often streaked maroonish-brown upp...
Found primarily in broadleaf evergreen and deciduous forests, often near forest edges or clearings, and frequently in montane and submontane regions. It inhabits elevations ranging from sea level up to 2,500 meters, preferring areas with tall trees.
Primarily insectivorous, feeding on caterpillars, beetles, and other invertebrates, supplemented significantly by a variety of fruits and berries, especially figs, and occasionally nectar.
Maroon Orioles are diurnal and typically solitary or found in pairs, becoming more vocal and conspicuous during the breeding season. They are primarily arboreal, foraging high in the canopy, meticulously gleaning insects from foliage and bark or occasionally sallying out to catch flying prey. The...
The Maroon Oriole boasts a wide distribution across South and Southeast Asia, extending from the Himalayan foothills eastward to southern China and southward through Southeast Asia. Its breeding range encompasses countries such as Nepal, Bhutan, Northeast India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Lao...
Least Concern
- The Maroon Oriole is one of the few Oriole species with such a striking, deep maroon coloration, setting it apart from its more yellow or black-and-yellow relatives. - Its bright crimson bill and eyes provide a vivid contrast to its dark plumage, a unique combination among Asian songbirds. - De...