About the Western Black-headed Oriole
The Western Black-headed Oriole (Oriolus brachyrynchus) 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 wbhori1 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 brachyrynchus |
| Species Codes | wbhori1, WEOR, WBHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Black-headed Oriole belong to?
The Western Black-headed Oriole (Oriolus brachyrynchus) belongs to the Old World Orioles family (Oriolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Black-headed Oriole?
The Western 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 Western Black-headed Oriole sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Black-headed Oriole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wbhori1, or on iNaturalist.