Baltimore Oriole (female) – 5/16/20

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 5/16/20

Observation Time: 7:35 a.m.

Observation Location: parking area at Gavins Pond soccer fields

Common Name: Baltimore Oriole (female)

Scientific Name: Icterus galbula

Comments: I spotted this female oriole as I was about to get into the car and leave. Nature finds you if you spend time outside, especially in a town like Sharon with plenty of natural open spaces and trails.

The oriole’s flutelike call is quite distinctive, once you know what to listen for.

More Information: All About Birds