Bird · GBIF taxon 5229864
Bullock's Oriole
Icterus bullockiiAlso known as Northern Oriole
Bullock's orioles weave remarkable pendulous pouch nests suspended from high branches in riparian cottonwoods and open western woodlands. Males display vibrant flame-orange plumage set against a black crown, black eyestripe, and bold white wing patches, while females feature paler yellowish tones. Spring males sing rich, rhythmic series of clear whistles mixed with harsh chatter from high perches to declare territory.
MigratorySongbirdColorful
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Caterpillars
- Beetles
- Spiders
Predators
- Cooper's Hawk
- Sharp-shinned Hawk
- Domestic Cat
ThreatsHabitat degradation in wintering grounds, pesticide exposure, and extreme weather
HabitatsRiparian woodlands, oak savannahs, mescovite thickets, and suburban parks
Life span5–8 years in the wild
Classification
- OrderPasseriformes
- FamilyIcteridae
- GenusIcterus
- SpeciesIcterus bullockii
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Feeders: Offer halved oranges, grape jelly, or sugar-water feeders upon spring arrival.
- Listening: Learn their loud, rhythmic song composed of clear whistles and raspy notes.
- Nesting Cues: Search high canopy branches of cottonwood or willow trees for hanging woven sacks.
Close Relative TonyCastro / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
Close Relative (c) Dan Pancamo, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA) · cc-by-sa
Close Relative (c) Gonzalo Zepeda Martínez, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA), uploaded by Gonzalo Zepeda Martínez · cc-by-sa
Close Relative (c) Bill Levine, some rights reserved (CC BY) · cc-by
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