About the African Black-headed Oriole
The African Black-headed Oriole (Oriolus larvatus) is a species of bird in the Old World Orioles family (Oriolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 41 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code abhori1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Orioles (Oriolidae) |
| Species | Oriolus larvatus |
| Species Codes | abhori1, EBHO, BHOR, ABHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Black-headed Oriole belong to?
The African Black-headed Oriole (Oriolus larvatus) belongs to the Old World Orioles family (Oriolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the African Black-headed Oriole?
The African Black-headed Oriole is a member of the Old World Orioles family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Black-headed Oriole sighting?
You can log sightings of African Black-headed Oriole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code abhori1, or on iNaturalist.