00:00have you ever heard a bird song so rich and flute-like that it feels as if nature itself
00:12is speaking to you the black-headed oriole is not just known for its striking yellow
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00:52black-headed oriole song is a series of clear whistling notes often described as flute-like and musical
01:08these songs usually rise and fall gently creating a soothing rhythm that echoes through trees especially during the early morning hours
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02:08the call of black-headed oriole is different from its song it's sharper and more
02:30more direct often as short chew, pew, low sounds
02:34these calls are commonly used for communication between pairs alerting nearby oriole or reacting to disturb
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04:00each bird adds its own rhythm and style making every encounter unique
04:02if you are in woodland areas gardens or open forest watch for a moment and listen
04:06dead flowing whistles drifting through the leaves might just be the black-headed oriole announcing its presence
04:12as far as the range the black-headed oriole is a striking colorful bird found across the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia
04:22easily recognized by its yellow bright yellow body glossy blackhead and coral red pill
04:28it inhabits open woodlands orchards gardens and forest edges where it often remains hidden among dense foliage despite its bold colors
04:38this species is mainly arboreal and omnivorous feeding on fruits paris nectar insects and caterpillars
04:44thus playing an important role in seeding dispersal and insects control
04:50the black-headed oriole builds a deep hanging up shaped nest
04:54skillfully woven with plant fibers and suspended from tree forks for safety
04:58breeding usually occurs during spring and early summer with both parents involved in raising the chicks
05:04it is known for its shy yet alert behavior
05:06the birds is mostly solitary or seen in pair and is non-migratory
05:12though it may show local movement in response to food availability
05:16so despite habitat pressure it is currently listed as least concern
05:21reflecting a stable population across its wide range
05:25so nature speaks in many voices but few are as elegant as the song of the black-headed oriole
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05:37and stay tuned for more incredible sounds from the world
05:40until then keep listening because nature always has a story to tell
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