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Streak-backed Oriole
- Scientific name
- Icterus pustulatus
- Family
- Icteridae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Shrubland
- Wing shape
- Pointed
- Tail shape
- Notched
Where it came from
The Streak-backed Oriole (Icterus pustulatus) is a striking passerine bird native to the Pacific slope of Mexico, ranging from the southern state of Sonora down to the borders of Guatemala. It occupies a variety of habitats, including dry forests, scrublands, and cultivated areas, characterized by its distinctive orange-yellow plumage and heavy streaking on the back. It serves as a classic example of regional avian adaptation within the Icteridae family, having evolved to thrive in the seasonal tropical environments of the Mexican coastline.
Ornithologically, the species was formally described by German naturalist Johann Georg Wagler in 1829. The taxonomy of the bird is noted for its pointed wing structure and notched tail, features that assist in its characteristic agility while foraging among canopy vegetation. It is highly regarded by birdwatchers for its complex, flute-like song and has remained a stable, well-documented subject in neotropical field guides due to its consistent presence across its native range and its relatively undisturbed population status.
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