Streak-backed Oriole

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Streak-backed Oriole
Of the neotropical orioles that may be seen in the southern U.S., the Streak-backed Oriole is one of the scarcest. It has not established a permanent foothold as have the Hooded, Altamira, Scott's and Audubon's Orioles.

The Streak-backed Oriole is similar to Hooded Oriole, in whose range it may occur. It's upper back is streaked lengthwise in all plumages (not barred side-to-side, as in the winter male Hooded Oriole). The bill is also thicker and straighter. The head of the male Streak-backed Oriole is deeper red-orange than the male Hooded Oriole. The female and immature are duller than male with yellow-orange on head.

The Streak-backed Oriole's song is generally similar to the song of the Northern Oriole. It includes an unmelodious warble and dry chattering. It also makes a series of clear wheet call notes.

The Streak-backed Oriole is a year-round resident from northwestern Mexico to northern Costa Rica and a casual visitor (usually fall or winter) to southeastern Arizona and southern California. It prefers arid and semi-arid scrubby open areas, brushy woodland and plantations.

Attracting Orioles

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