Baltimore Oriole
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 black head, back, and wings, with a bright fiery orange breast, belly, rump, and shoulder patches. Their wings feature a prominent white wing bar. Females are duller, typically yellowish-orange with grayish heads and backs, and two white wing bars.
Vocalization / CallTheir song is a series of rich, flute-like whistles, often described as clear and varied. They also have a distinctive chatter call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodlands, forest edges, parks, suburban areas, orchards, riparian zones
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across eastern North America, from southern Canada to the southeastern United States. Winters primarily in Central and South America, from southern Mexico through northern Colombia and Venezuela.
Identifying Featuresbright orange and black plumage (male), distinctive hanging woven nest, flute-like whistled song, preference for deciduous trees
Description
The Baltimore Oriole is a medium-sized songbird known for its striking orange and black plumage in males. These birds are often found in open woodlands and suburban areas, where they forage for insects and fruit, and construct elaborate hanging nests.
