About the Bullock's Oriole
Bullock's oriole is a small New World blackbird. At one time, this species and the Baltimore oriole were considered to be a single species, the northern oriole. This bird is named after William Bullock, an English amateur naturalist.
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Bullock's orioles are sexually dimorphic, with males being more brightly colored than females. In addition, adult males tend to be slightly larger and heavier than females. Measurements: Length: 6.7–7.5 inches (17–19 cm) Weight: 1.0–1.5 ounces (28–43 g) Wingspan: 12.2 inches (31 cm) Adults have a pointed bill with a straight culmen. In adult males, the tail is long, square, and jet black. All exposed skin is black, as are the claws and bill, though the base of the lower mandible lightens to bluish-gray.
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When to see it
Peak activity in April · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Martinique OrioleIcterus bonanaCompared to the other orioles of the Lesser Antilles, this oriole spots the most unusual plumage coloration.
Montserrat OrioleIcterus oberiThe Montserrat oriole is 20 to 22 cm (7.9 to 8.7 in) long.
Bahama OrioleIcterus northropiThe Bahama oriole is a black and yellow oriole that has small white markings on the wings and tail.
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