Altamira Oriole
The Altamira Oriole, Icterus gularis, is a member of the New World oriole. The bird is widespread in subtropical lowlands of the Mexican Gulf Coast and northern Central America; it is also can be found in the extreme south of Texas.
This bird nests in open woodlands. The nest is a very long woven pouch, attached to the end of a horizontal tree branch, sometimes to telephone wires.
This bird forages high in trees, sometimes in the undergrowth. They mainly eat insects and berries.
These birds are permanent residents.
Referenced By
List of North American birds: passerines | New World oriole | New World orioles
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