South · Atlantic Flyway

Orchard Oriole in Delaware

Icterus spuriusTaxonomy pending

UncommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
4Active months

About Orchard Oriole in Delaware

Orchard Oriole is a North American backyard bird.

In Delaware, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, September, October.

Monthly Activity — Orchard Oriole in Delaware

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Dec
RegularSeasonalRare

Identification

ColorsVaries
SizeSee profile
HabitatVaries
FamilyTaxonomy pending

Best Time to See Orchard Oriole in Delaware

January
Low
February
Low
March
Active
April
Active
May
Active
June
Active
July
Low
August
Low
September
Active
October
Active
November
Active
December
Low

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Orchard Oriole in Delaware: Quick Facts

The Orchard Oriole (Icterus spurius) is an uncommon bird in Delaware. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the South region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.

Preferred habitats include varies. The best months to spot this species in Delaware are April, May, September, October. For birders in Wilmington and throughout Delaware, knowing the seasonal patterns of Orchard Oriole can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.

Distribution varies. Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Delaware using the related birds section.