Indian Golden Oriole

Males are bright yellow overall save for the black wings and inner tail feathers. Note the yellow patch on the wings, the yellow outer tail feathers, the black stripe through the eye that gives it a masked appearance, and the fleshy pink bill. The female is dull greenish-yellow overall with dirty brown/green wings and a completely yellowish tail. Both males and females have red iris. Most often found feeding in tree canopies either singly or in pairs. They generally give a harsh “krrrrrrrrrrrr” call while feeding. In flight, note its characteristic dipping flight style.

The Indian golden oriole inhabits open forests, woodlands, and gardens in Sri Lanka. It can be found in coastal and lowland regions.

The Indian golden oriole's diet in Sri Lanka includes fruits, nectar, and insects. Their diet varies by season, with a greater emphasis on insects during breeding season and more fruits and berries in the summer.