Facts about Scott's Oriole
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The species name of Scott's Oriole, Icterus parisorum, honors the Paris brothers, French natural history collectors active in the 19th century.
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Incubation of Scott's Oriole eggs lasts approximately 12 to 14 days, with females alone responsible for brooding while males defend territories nearby.
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Scott's Orioles primarily feed on insects and spiders during breeding season, but switch to consuming up to 90 percent fruit and nectar during winter months in Mexico.
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During spring migration, Scott's Orioles travel northward from Mexico to breeding grounds, with males typically arriving 1 to 2 weeks before females to establish territories.
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Pendulous woven nests constructed by Scott's Orioles hang 20 to 40 feet high in yucca plants and desert trees, providing protection from ground predators.
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Bright yellow plumage with black markings distinguishes Scott's Orioles from their duller female counterparts, who display olive-yellow coloring for effective camouflage near nest sites.
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Scott's Orioles breed exclusively in the southwestern United States and Mexico, with their range centered in Arizona and Sonora where they favor desert scrubland habitats.
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Male Scott's Orioles produce a distinctive song consisting of 4 to 6 clear whistled notes that they repeat throughout breeding season.