Baltimore Oriole
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NameBaltimore Oriole
Common NameBaltimore Oriole
Scientific NameIcterus galbula
FamilyIcteridae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)19.5
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a glossy black head, throat, and back, with brilliant orange underparts, rump, and shoulder patches. Their wings are black with a prominent white wing bar. Females and immatures are duller, typically yellowish-orange with olive-brown backs and two white wing bars.
Vocalization / CallTheir song is a series of rich, flute-like whistles, often described as a 'hew-li, hew-li, hew-li' or 'here, here, come right here, dear.' They also produce a chattering call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodlands, forest edges, riparian areas, suburban parks, orchards
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across eastern North America, from southern Canada to the southeastern United States. Winters in Central and South America, primarily from southern Mexico to northern Colombia and Venezuela.
Identifying Featuresbright orange and black plumage (male), black head and back (male), white wing bar (male), flute-like song, pointed bill, arboreal habits
Description
A medium-sized, migratory songbird, the male Baltimore Oriole is striking with its vibrant orange and black plumage. They are often found in open woodlands and suburban areas, where they forage for insects, fruits, and nectar.
