The Olive backed Oriole can often be confused with the Australasian Figbird as they are similar at a glance. However, they can be separated by their slimmer appearance, clear cut white breast with dark striations, red bill ( Male ) and different call. However, as you can see in the video, the male, female and juvenile plumage does vary considerably. This species are quite nomadic and can gather with the similar Fig bird feeding on fruits and caterpillars. I filmed these on the Sunshine coast and in Brisbane. Tim siggs. ABVC. This bird Video is part of my channel started in 2015. My ambition is to showcase 500 Australian bird species. I am passionate about Bird Video as it Potentially shows bird behaviour, breeding and often bird song.
I began birdwatching when I was 12 and progressed to bird photography and then to bird Video for the past 15 years.
Originally from the UK, I find birding in Australia exciting and engaging. I have now travelled around Australia twice but mainly film birds in Queensland.
Many of the bird clips are taken from hides or blinds that I construct from bush materials, saving the need to carry a hide to a location.
Knowing bird calls and song is a big part of finding each species and naturally, knowing the habitat requirements helps also.
Enjoy.

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