Audubon's oriole
Icterus graduacauda
Identification Tips:
- Sharply-pointed bill
- United States range restricted to southern Texas
Adult male:
- Black head, wings and tail
- White edges to wing feathers
- Yellow back, rump, breast, belly and shoulder
Adult female:
- Plumage similar to male but duller
- Immature similar to female but lacks black head
Similar species:
The Audubon's Oriole is similar to the Scott's Oriole but has a yellow, not
black back. Other yellow orioles lack the black head of the Audubon's Oriole.