Blackbirds (Icteridae)
Bullock's Oriole
Icterus bullockii. Insects, nectar and fruit.
Blackbirds (Icteridae)Bullock's OrioleIcterus bullockii
- Scientific name
- Icterus bullockii
- Length
- 6.7–7.5 in
- Weight
- 1.1–1.5 oz
- Nest
- Hanging woven pouch
- Entrance hole
- Does not use nest boxes
- Clutch
- 4–5 eggs
- Incubation
- 11–14 days
- Broods
- 1 per season
Identification
- Male orange face with a black eye-line
- Large white wing patch
- Black throat stripe
Voice
Whistled, chattering song.
Diet and feeding
Insects, nectar and fruit.
What do Bullock's orioles eat? · Best feeder for Bullock's orioles
Bullock's Orioles by state and province
| Region | Status | Nesting |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta | Summer breeder | June–July |
| Arizona | Summer breeder | April–July |
| British Columbia | Summer breeder | June–July |
| California | Summer breeder | April–July |
| Colorado | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Idaho | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Kansas | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Montana | Summer breeder | June–July |
| Nebraska | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Nevada | Summer breeder | May–July |
| New Mexico | Summer breeder | May–July |
| North Dakota | Summer breeder | June–July |
| Oklahoma | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Oregon | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Saskatchewan | Summer breeder | June–July |
| South Dakota | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Texas | Summer breeder | April–July |
| Utah | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Washington | Summer breeder | May–July |
| Wyoming | Summer breeder | June–July |
Frequently asked
What do Bullock's orioles eat?
Insects, nectar and fruit. At feeders: oranges, grape jelly, nectar.
How big is a Bullock's Oriole?
6.7–7.5 in long and 1.1–1.5 oz.
Do Bullock's orioles use birdhouses?
No. Hanging woven pouch.
Sources
- Bullock's Oriole — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Bullock's Oriole life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Bullock's Oriole — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.