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 are striking with bright orange underparts, rump, and shoulder patches, contrasting with a black head, back, wings, and tail, and a single white wing bar. Females and immature birds, like the one pictured, are duller, with yellowish-orange to olive-yellow underparts and head, and a grayish-brown back and wings, typically showing two white wing bars.
Vocalization / CallTheir song is a series of rich, flute-like whistles, often described as clear, piping notes. They also produce chattering calls, especially when agitated.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodlands, forest edges, parks, suburban areas, orchards
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across eastern North America, from southern Canada south to the southeastern United States. Winters from southern Mexico through Central America and into northern South America.
Identifying Featuresbright orange and black plumage (males), dull yellow-orange and grayish plumage with two white wing bars (females/immatures), slender, pointed bill, distinctive flute-like song, hanging, pouch-like nest
Description
A medium-sized migratory songbird known for its vibrant plumage (especially the males) and melodious song. They are often found in open woodlands and suburban areas, where they forage for insects, fruits, and nectar, and build distinctive hanging, pouch-like nests.
