#oriolebird

[birdzflycom]

Baltimore Oriole Bird

Baltimore Oriole Bird New World Orioles New World orioles belong to the genus Icterus in the blackbird family. They have a distant relationship with Old World orioles (Oriolidae). But they are similar in size, diet, and behavior. This is why they share a common name. Physical Features Males are usually black and have bright yellow or orange spots. In contrast, females and juveniles have more muted colors. These birds molt once a year. They have slender bodies, long tails, and pointed bills. Diet and Nesting New World orioles primarily feed on insects and consume nectar and fruit as well. They build elongated, woven nests. Species in cold areas migrate with the seasons. Tropical species usually remain. Baltimore Orioles The Baltimore Orioles are often seen high in trees searching for insects. Their distinct calls set them apart from other birds. Noisy nestlings can signal a nearby nest, usually positioned above the ground. Attracting Baltimore Orioles - Hang halved oranges in the trees. - Use special oriole feeders filled with sugar water. - Offer small amounts of jelly (avoid excess to prevent feather contamination). - Plant fruit-bearing and nectar-rich flowers, such as raspberries, crab apples, and trumpet vines.

Baltimore Facts Interesting Facts - Baltimore Orioles, unlike robins, like dark fruits. They enjoy deep-purple grapes and red cherries. They ignore green grapes and yellow cherries, even when these fruits are ripe. - They hybridize with Bullock’s Orioles in the Great Plains. Once called "Northern Orioles," they became separate species in the 1990s. - Young males don’t get their full adult plumage until their second fall. Still, some can attract mates early. - The Baltimore Orioles get their name from their orange and black colors. These colors match the crest of the Baltimore family in England. - They use a feeding method called "gaping." First, they pierce soft fruits with their closed beak. Then, they open their beak to drink the juice. - The oldest known Baltimore Oriole lived for more than 12 years. The raptor caught it in Minnesota, bringing a tragic end to its journey. Genus Icterus The French zoologist Mathurin Jacques Brisson introduced the genus Icterus in 1760. The Venezuelan troupial is the type species. The Bahama Oriole is endangered, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Read the full article

[1stand2ndtimearound]

This is a Oriole drinking from a Hummingbird feeder. You also see Daddy and Mama Cardinals. Filmed by Annoth. www.1stand2ndtimearound.etsy.com

[pixelspeaks]

Black-Hooded Oriole Nesting Behavior | Feeding Chicks in Purbasthali | 4...

[beautifulklicks]

Spot-breasted Oriole

Burgalin Sequeira Fernando

Spot-breasted Oriole (Icterus pectoralis) Bolsero Pechimanchado (Balsero, Chiltote) R

[moguld]

More birds from yesterday First couple of pics are the male and female #oriolebird A #downywoodpecker, and I don’t know the last bird. Shot on Nikon 500mm reflex fixed f/8 lens #chicago #birds #birdsofinstagram #birdphotography #birdpics #baltimoreoriolebird #oriolebirdsofinstagram #woodpecker #woodpeckersofinstagram #fun #nikonz7ii #amateurphotographer #reflexlens500nikonf8 #birdstagram (at Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary) https://www.instagram.com/p/COxZvkbl4Zt/?igshid=8u0t436gkkq

[johncerilli]

So great getting reacquainted with my pal the #OrioleBird! I had a lot of fun today watching the @Orioles — #EdSmithStadium is a wonderful #baseball complex. #Sarasota #FL @MLB #GrapefruitLeague #SpringTraining ⚾️ 🌴 ☀️ (at Baltimore Orioles Spring Training) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqEK5hIvr58/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[onlineantiques]

Stunning Moorcroft Limited Edition Golden Oriole Bird Design Plate 2003 - Numbered 468 of 750 #moorcroft #philipgibson #moorcroftpottery #oriolebird #birds #2003 #limitededition #moorcroftforsale #gifts #giftideas #giftforher https://www.instagram.com/p/Ccv295xow5x/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[machinistphanpack]

What do you mean the bird is upside-down? Oh sh!t... I freakin' love this hat. Big shout-out to my amazing, loving, beautiful wife @terrillangela for finding and buying it for me. What do y'all think? #mpp #baltimoreorioles #baltimore #bmore #charmcity #letsgoos #letsgoos⚾️ #orioles #oriolebird #baltimorecity #baltimoremd #hatlife #hatsonhatsonhats #hatseason #mlb #lovingwife #birdland #opacy #camdenyards #theyard (at Manchester, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRsQeX2pJKj/?utm_medium=tumblr

[evakryzanek]

Some of my newest Ebay listings 🕊🦩🎀🌹🦜 #trifaripetalette #trifaribirdpin #alfredphilippefortrifari #alfredphilippe #oriolebird #fishenterprises #sweaterguard #pearlstuds #whitegoldpearlpendant #myrickyjewelry #forgetmenotpendant #diamondpendant #flowerdiamondpendant https://www.instagram.com/p/CAgew9pnUc0/?igshid=12fq23iiq5x2s

[chelesterdell]

The Orioles found the orange.... . . . #oriolebird #oriole #instanature #inmybackyard #birdsinmybackyard #birdsofmichigan #amateurphotography #birdphotography #michiganbirds #michiganphotography (at DeWitt, Michigan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CAWiQ93jUat/?igshid=10hyld0xcug43

[jawaman77]

One of our bestest friends from Baltimore sent us a little box of goodies just because! #StarWars #Baltimore #OrioleBird #baltimoreorioles #Hansolo #chewbacca #Stormtrooper #PrincessLeia https://www.instagram.com/p/B5L_oi7l2Kq/?igshid=1gx1plv4sxoxo

[rurallivingphotography]

Baltimore Oriole #rurallivingphotography #nwiphotographer #indianaphotographer #indianasveryown #h2gindiana #igersindiana #exploreindiana #thisisindiana #indiananature #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #naturalindiana #jj_indiana #nikonb500 #adventureindiana #birdsofinstagram #oriolebird #baltimoreoriole (at Delong, Indiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/By2WCI4gvMQ/?igshid=ea0m93hv3388

[birds-and-buddies-blog]

hello hummingboy 💙 it's been raining this morning but it hasn't stopped this lil guy gettin a fat sip. . . . . . #birdsandbuddies #birds #birdwatching #garden #nature #birder #birding #backyard #blog #gardenblog #natureblog #birdingblog #nh #nhseacoast #newhampshire #hummingbird #hummingbirdfeeder #orioles #oriolebird

[lawrencesemporium]

An Oriole with a pumpkinfest. #woodrelief #folkart #art #painting #oriolebird #pumpkin #illustration (at Lawrence's Emporium) https://www.instagram.com/p/BmoOiJmnk2u/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=frc8tmviqogt

[rickgrahamphotography-blog]

Female Bullocks Oriole along the Jordan River Parkway. Salt Lake City, UT #Birds #Birding #Audobon #Nature #BirdsofInstagram #Birdstagram #Instagood #Instalove #BestoftheDay #WildlifePhotography #Wildlife #BirdPhotography #Photography #IGBirds #BirdLover #BestBirds #BestBirdShots #Your_Best_Birds #InstaBirds #Wildlife_Shots #Utah #UtahPhotographer #UtahBirds #birdsmagazine #jordanriverparkway #jrp #bullocksoriole #oriolebird

[johncerilli]

The #OrioleBird infusing the rosin bag with some good juju before the start of today's game. #Orioles #Baltimore #CamdenYards #Baseball (at Oriole Park at Camden Yards)