Slender-billed Oriole

The Slender-billed Oriole, Oriolus tenuirostris, is a bird of vibrant plumage, belonging to the family Oriolidae. It graces the eastern Himalayas through to Southeast Asia with its presence.

Identification Tips

This species can be identified by its slender bill, as its name suggests, which is a distinctive feature among the orioles.

Habitat

The Slender-billed Oriole favors the lushness of subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, as well as the verdant subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Distribution

The bird is found spanning a range from the eastern Himalayas to southern China and central Vietnam. It is a creature of the forest, thriving in the dense foliage.

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List has classified the Slender-billed Oriole as Least Concern, indicating that, for now, the species does not face an immediate threat of extinction in the wild.

Subspecies

There are two recognized subspecies of the Slender-billed Oriole:

• O. t. invisus, which is found in southern Vietnam.
• O. t. tenuirostris, the nominate subspecies, found from the eastern Himalayas to southern China and central Vietnam.

In the realm of birds, the Slender-billed Oriole is a testament to the diversity and adaptability of these avian wonders. With its subtle yet striking features, it continues to captivate those who venture into its domain, a jewel among the emerald canopies it calls home.