About the Orchard Oriole
The orchard oriole is the smallest species of icterid. The subspecies of the Caribbean coast of Mexico, I. s. fuertesi, is sometimes considered a separate species, the ochre oriole or Fuertes's oriole.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Troupials and Allies (Icteridae) |
| Species | Icterus spurius |
| Species Codes | orcori, OROR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orchard Oriole belong to?
The Orchard Oriole (Icterus spurius) belongs to the Troupials and Allies family (Icteridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Orchard Oriole?
The orchard oriole is the smallest species of icterid. The subspecies of the Caribbean coast of Mexico, I. s. fuertesi, is sometimes considered a separate species, the ochre oriole or Fuertes's oriole....
Where can I report a Orchard Oriole sighting?
You can log sightings of Orchard Oriole on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orcori, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
106
Species in Family
26,558
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