oriolus (Meaning)

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oriolus (n)

type genus of the Oriolidae

Synonyms & Antonyms of oriolus

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

oriolus Sentence Examples

  1. The oriolus is a genus of medium-sized passerine birds.
  2. Orioles are found in the tropics and subtropics of the Americas, Africa, and Eurasia.
  3. The male oriolus is typically brightly colored, with a black or dark brown head and upperparts, and orange or yellow underparts.
  4. The female oriolus is usually duller in color than the male, with a more muted head pattern.
  5. Orioles are arboreal birds, and spend most of their time in trees.
  6. Orioles are frugivorous, and their diet consists mainly of fruit.
  7. Orioles also eat insects, nectar, and pollen.
  8. Orioles are notorious nest-builders, and their nests are often elaborate and pendulous.
  9. The oriolus is a monogamous bird, and pairs typically mate for life.
  10. Orioles are territorial birds, and will defend their territory from other orioles.

FAQs About the word oriolus

type genus of the Oriolidae

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The oriolus is a genus of medium-sized passerine birds.

Orioles are found in the tropics and subtropics of the Americas, Africa, and Eurasia.

The male oriolus is typically brightly colored, with a black or dark brown head and upperparts, and orange or yellow underparts.

The female oriolus is usually duller in color than the male, with a more muted head pattern.