Common name:
Eurasian Golden Oriole
Ladakhi name:
ser-i-mayon
Scientific name:
Oriolus
Order:
Passeriformes
Family:
Oriolidae
fun facts:
Golden orioles are active during the day and this is when they communicate most of the time. They use whistling calls as a part of their communication with other golden orioles. They usually communicate to alert them about harsh predators or nearby birds. Natural enemies of these birds are hawks, eagles and other large birds of prey.
Bird Club Contributor:
Padma Gyalpo, Shey
