About the Black-hooded Oriole
The Black-hooded Oriole (Oriolus xanthornus) 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 blhori1 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 xanthornus |
| Species Codes | blhori1, BHOR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-hooded Oriole belong to?
The Black-hooded Oriole (Oriolus xanthornus) belongs to the Old World Orioles family (Oriolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-hooded Oriole?
The Black-hooded 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 Black-hooded Oriole sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-hooded Oriole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blhori1, or on iNaturalist.