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Jamaican Oriole

Jamaican Oriole

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The Jamaican Oriole is a striking songbird endemic to Jamaica, characterized by its bright yellow body with black wings, tail, and a black mask and bib. It is a common and conspicuous resident across the island.
Where to spot
Endemic to Jamaica. Found in a variety of wooded habitats, including humid and dry forests, woodlands, plantations, and gardens, from sea level to higher elevations.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow and black plumage in the canopy of trees or dense foliage. Listen for its loud, clear, and varied whistling song, a characteristic sound of Jamaican birdlife.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Best observed during the breeding season (spring/summer) when males are most vocal and active.
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File:Icterus leucopteryx 1876.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Icterus leucopteryx Turpial Jamaiquino Jamaican Oriole (14957742134).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Icterus leucopteryx Turpial Jamaiquino Jamaican Oriole (15352565110).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Icterus leucopteryx Turpial Jamaiquino Jamaican Oriole (15400922287).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Jamaican Oriole (Icterus leucopteryx) (6499244635).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Jamaican Oriole (Icterus leucopteryx) (8082131903).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Jamaican oriole (Icterus leucopteryx leucopteryx).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species often builds its neat, hanging nest in coconut palms, which are abundant on the island.
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