The Australasian figbird (Sphecotheres vieilloti), also known as the green figbird, is named because it is most frequently seen foraging in large flocks within the canopies of native figs. Belonging to the oriole family and native to coastal regions of northern and eastern Australia, males feature an olive-green (or yellow) body, a black head, a bright red facial skin patch, and a grey or yellow collar. Females have brown-green plumage and streaked white underparts to stay camouflaged while nesting. Figs are their absolute favourite food. As European settlement cleared rainforests but introduced ornamental fig and berry-bearing trees into urban areas, figbirds adapted beautifully, making them a common sight in city parks and suburban gardens.
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