Black-headed Oriole (Oriolus larvatus)

Black-headed Oriole, a reference photo — Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The black-headed oriole (Oriolus larvatus) is a species of bird in the family Oriolidae. It is found in Africa and has a very striking appearance with a bright yellow body, contrasting black head and flesh-coloured beak.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Black-headed Oriole being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Oriolus brachyrynchus
Oriolus xanthornus

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Passeriformes
Family: Oriolidae
Genus: Oriolus
Species: Oriolus larvatus

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