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Birdsong field guide

Altamira Oriole

Icterus gularis

The largest oriole in North America, the Altamira Oriole is distinguished by its vivid orange plumage and remarkably long, pendant-style nests.

What it sounds like

A series of slow, clear, musical whistles with an irregular rhythm, interspersed with harsh, nasal 'keer' notes.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Étienne Leroy · MexicoCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

It is the largest oriole species occurring in the United States, reaching lengths of up to 10 inches.
Unlike many other oriole species, males and females are monomorphic, both displaying brilliant orange and black plumage.
They weave extraordinary hanging nests made of flexible fibers that can reach lengths of up to four feet.
Altamira Orioles are non-migratory throughout most of their range, maintaining year-round territories.
Immature birds require several years to attain the full, intense orange coloration of adults, appearing more olive-yellow initially.

Habitat

Subtropical dry forests, riparian woodlands, and brushy edges with tall trees.

Range

Southern tip of Texas (Rio Grande Valley) south through eastern Mexico to northern Nicaragua.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Audubon's OrioleIcterus graduacauda Bahama OrioleIcterus northropi Baltimore OrioleIcterus galbula Bar-winged OrioleIcterus maculialatus Black-backed OrioleIcterus abeillei Black-cowled OrioleIcterus prosthemelas Black-vented OrioleIcterus wagleri Bullock's OrioleIcterus bullockii

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