West · Pacific Flyway
Are There Orchard Orioles in Oregon?
No — Orchard Orioles are not regularly found in Oregon; any sighting there is a rare stray. Icterus spurius · Icteridae
Is the Orchard Oriole Found in Oregon?
Orchard Orioles are not regularly found in Oregon. eBird holds only 413 Oregon records of this species for 2020–2024, a tiny fraction of the state's checklists — the pattern of occasional strays, not a local population. If you think you saw one, check the look-alikes below first, then report it to eBird with a photo.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Orchard Orioles occur regularly are North Dakota (about 1,060 miles away), South Dakota (about 1,080 miles away) and Nebraska (about 1,150 miles away).
Often mistaken for Orchard Orioles in Oregon: American Robin, Red-winged Blackbird and Brown-headed Cowbird — these occur regularly in Oregon, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Orchard Oriole.
Orchard Oriole is a North American backyard bird.
In Oregon, this species is classified as rare. It is primarily a winter visitor to Oregon. The best months to observe this bird are January, December. Peak activity occurs in January, December.
Monthly Activity — Orchard Oriole in Oregon
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Orchard Oriole in Oregon
Other birds in Oregon
Birds you might also encounter in Oregon.
Orchard Oriole in other states
Orchard Oriole in Oregon: Quick Facts
The Orchard Oriole (Icterus spurius) is a rarely seen bird in Oregon. It is classified as a winter visitor in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.
The best months to spot this species in Oregon are January, December. For birders in Portland and throughout Oregon, knowing the seasonal patterns of Orchard Oriole can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Oregon using the related birds section.