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Icterus Cucullatus Collection

The Hooded Oriole (Icterus cucullatus) is a stunning bird found in the Rio Grande region of south Texas


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The Hooded Oriole (Icterus cucullatus) is a stunning bird found in the Rio Grande region of south Texas. With its bright orange-yellow head and nape, black face and throat, and slightly decurved blue beak, this male Oriole stands out among the trees. Its vibrant colors are beautifully illustrated in nature. In Starr County, Rio Grande Valley, Texas, another member of the Icterus family can be spotted - the Bullock's Oriole (Icterus bullockii). This male Oriole showcases its own unique beauty with a striking combination of black and orange feathers. Traveling further west to Arizona's Coronado National Forest, we encounter yet another Hooded Oriole. Here it perches gracefully amidst the Chiricahuas landscape. The diverse habitats that these Orioles inhabit truly showcase their adaptability as they thrive across North America. Not to be overshadowed by their male counterparts, female Hooded Orioles also possess their own allure. A female Hooded Oriole was captured on camera delicately perched on a blooming Texas Ebony tree. Her muted yellow plumage blends perfectly with her surroundings. These captivating birds bring life to their environments through both sight and sound. The melodic calls of the male Hooded Orioles echo through Willacy County as they communicate from Catclaw trees.