9/27/2023 0 Comments Baltimore orioles birds sounds![]() These acrobatic birds only defend near their nests, rather than feeding territories, and so multiple may be found feeding in the same area. They both have a unique chattering call, and prefer less densely forested areas and riverbanks, and may forage among shrubbery. The Baltimore Oriole is a small bird, but males have a striking colour combination of orange and black, with white stripes on their wings. Ĭonservation status in Ontario: Apparently SecureĮach cherry blossom season, birders and nature photographers long for a lovely shot of these brightly coloured spring migratory birds among High Park’s cherry blossom flowers - making them one of the most sought after bird sightings during the season. To learn more visit The Cornell Lab of Or nithology’s website. Wood Ducks mainly eat vegetation but may also eat insects and other arthropods. Soon after hatching, the young jump down from their nests (which can be quite high up) to join their mother. They nest in trees, repurposing natural or pre-created cavities for their nests, and therefore willingly use artificial nest boxes. Wood Ducks prefer to stay near woods, and can be found in swamps, wetlands, and water bodies. They also have a blue patch on their wings, followed by a white band. Females are soft grey and brown, with slightly crested heads and white rings around their eyes. Males are iridescent, with green, crested heads and complex patterns on their feathers. With their beautiful feathers and habit of perching on the branches of trees, Wood Ducks are always a welcome sight in High Park each spring. Habitat in High Park : Grenadier Pond and eastern wetlands To learn more visit The Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s website. They use their conical bill for eating insects in summer, and eating the seeds of weed-like plants, waste grains, and native sunflowers in fall and winter. The Red-winged Blackbird’s typical call is a short check, although they also have a fast chak-chak-chak alarm call. Several females often make their nests in one male’s territory, placing them among low, dense vertical vegetation. Female birds can be found gathering food and nest material among ground vegetation. Females look completely different from their male counterparts with a streaky brown colouration similar to those of a house sparrow. Red-winged Blackbirds are sexually dimporhic - meaning the male and female species display different physical characteristics and appearances. ![]() Males are very territorial during this season, defending against other males as well as possible predators. ![]() ![]() Black with reddish-orange and yellow patches on their shoulder, they sing their exclamatory conk-la-ree song and display themselves from perches during the breeding season. Male Red-winged Blackbirds are easily recognizable. Their distinctive appearance, sheer numbers, and loud calls that drown out any other bird calls make them hard to miss in High Park. The arrival of Red-winged Blackbirds in High Park is among the very first signs of the start the spring season. Habitat in High Park : Primarily near wetland marshes
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