Bullock's oriole
Definition
Noun: * A subspecies of the northern oriole (Icterus galbula bullockii), a songbird native to western North America. The male is characterized by bright orange plumage on its face, underparts, and rump, with a black crown, eye-line, throat, and back. Females and immature birds are more subdued in color, typically yellow-orange or grayish with white wing bars.
Usage
- The term "Bullock's oriole" is used specifically to refer to this particular western bird, often in contrast to the similar Baltimore oriole found in the east.
- It is used in ornithology, birdwatching, and general descriptions of North American wildlife.
Examples
- We spotted a brilliant male Bullock's oriole building its hanging nest in the cottonwood tree.
- The Bullock's oriole has a distinctive, chattering song that is common in riparian areas during the summer.
- Bird guides often show the Bullock's oriole alongside the Baltimore oriole to highlight their differences.
Advanced Usage
- In modern taxonomy, the Bullock's oriole and the Baltimore oriole are often classified as separate species ( and ), though they were historically considered subspecies. The term "Bullock's oriole" remains the standard common name for the western form.
Variants and Related Words
- Northern oriole: The former name used when the Bullock's and Baltimore orioles were considered a single species.
- Baltimore oriole: The closely related eastern counterpart.
- Oriole: The general common name for birds in the genus .
Synonyms
- (scientific name, subspecies designation)
- (scientific name when considered a full species)
Related Phrases/Idioms
- (This is a specific biological name and is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.)
Noun
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western subspecies of northern oriole
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