Documentation of
Orchard Oriole
2010-186
Observer Information
Reporter:
Polly Neldner
PO Box 358,
La Veta,
CO 81055
E-mail:
pollywren@gmail.com
Other Observers:
Paul Neldner, Beverly Jensen; We are the original finders and identifiers
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Orchard Oriole
First Date/Time:
5/21/2010
Last Date/Time:
Duration (total time in view):
15 to 20 minutes
County:
Huerfano
Specific Location:
151 County Road 359, La Veta, CO 81055
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Male
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Habitat
stream nearby, mixed trees and shrubs
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
12X50 Binoculars, 500 mm lens
Distance:
15 ft.
Light:
Very good bright dayd
Description of the Bird
Chestnut body, with white wing bars, black head
Behaviors: Fed at our necter feeders and oranges...hid in lilac bushes
Call: None Heard
Plumage: Adult
Similar Species Discussion
Arrived with other Orioles including Baltimore and Northern Bullock's
Resources Used
Sibley's Guide to Birds and Peterson's Guide
Previous Experience
Have Bullock's Orioles at our feeders every spring and summer. Have seen Orchard Orioles in Oklahoma
Notes
Notes made AFTER observation
Date Documentation Submitted
11/28/2010 8:08:00 PM
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