Baltimore Oriole (Icterus galbula)
The Baltimore Oriole (Icterus galbula) is a vibrant songbird known for its striking orange and black plumage, making it a favourite among birdwatchers in North America. This mid-sized migratory bird breeds in the northern regions during the warmer months and migrates to Central and South America for the winter, where it primarily feeds on insects and nectar.
| 🇫🇷 | Oriole de Baltimore |
| 🇩🇪 | Baltimoretrupial |
| 🇲🇽 | Oropéndola de Baltimore |
| Taxonomy | |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae |
How to Identify
To identify the Baltimore Oriole, observe its distinctive colour and size. It is the only mid-sized bird with an intense orange hue found around Montreal.
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Characteristics
| Length | 17-22cm |
| Weight | 22.3-42g |
| Wingspan | 23-32cm |
| Clutch Size | 3-7 eggs |
| Incubation | 11-14 days |
| Fledging | 2 weeks |
| Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
| Source | Wikipedia |
Where and When to Spot
The Baltimore Oriole can be observed during the spring, summer, and autumn in most parks around Montreal. Although the density of this species is low, and sightings are not guaranteed on every visit, they typically appear in pairs, perched in the higher branches of trees.
Observation Records by Park and Season
| Location | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jardin Botanique de Montréal | x | - | - | - |
| Parc Angrignon | - | x | - | - |
| Parc Michel-Chartrand | x | - | - | - |
| Parc de la Frayère | x | - | - | - |
| Parc Île-de-la-Visitation | x | - | - | - |
"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.