




Icterus bullockii
Bullock's Oriole is a bright yellow and black bird that loves to sing! They build beautiful hanging nests and can often be seen in gardens and parks, especially during spring and summer.
Habitat: Urban areas, gardens, and woodlands
The Bullock's Oriole has a striking appearance with its fiery orange body, black back, and white wing bars. Males show a distinctive black line through the eye and throat, contrasting with their bright orange head. Females are duller yellow with less black.





Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
23
Males sing beautiful, whistled songs to attract a mate.
Orioles can hang upside down to reach insects in tricky spots!
Their nests are often made of hair, plant fibers, and even string!
They sometimes drink from hummingbird feeders for a sugary treat.
Bullock's Oriole can construct elaborate hanging nests because of their strong, slender beaks and weaving skills.
Bullock's Oriole has a specialized tongue that helps them sip sweet nectar from deep inside flowers.
Bullock's Oriole can expertly probe bark and leaves because their sharp beaks are perfect for finding hidden insects.
These colorful birds love to snack on sweet fruits, nectar, and many different kinds of insects.
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species.
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Migratory animals undertake seasonal movements from one region to another, typically in response to changes in climate or food availability.
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to touch or catch them.
The easiest way to identify Bullock's Oriole is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
17-22 cm
30-38 cm
0.029-0.043 kg
5-10 years
45 km/h
These colorful birds love to snack on sweet fruits, nectar, and many different kinds of insects.
Urban areas, gardens, and woodlands
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Jun 12, 2026
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Jun 3, 2026
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Jun 3, 2026
Humboldt Botanical GardensPhoto attribution
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Jun 3, 2026
Humboldt Botanical GardensPhoto attribution
(c) Eric Austin, some rights reserved (CC BY)
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Jun 1, 2026
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