I Can See You
by Bruce Bley
Title
I Can See You
Artist
Bruce Bley
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
This photograph of a male oriole was taken this past spring. This oriole was feeding on some grape jelly I had put out on my front deck. It seems that the orioles are attracted to the scent and sweetness of the jelly. This is the 2nd year that the orioles have returned. We have had seven that have been here for the last few days. They are a beautiful bird.
The Baltimore Oriole (Icterus galbula) is a small icterid blackbird that commonly occurs in eastern North America as a migratory breeding bird. This bird received its name from the fact that the male's colors resemble those on the coat-of-arms of Lord Baltimore. Like all icterids called "orioles", it is named after an unrelated, physically similar family found in the Old World: the Oriolidae. At one time, this species and the Bullock's Oriole, Icterus bullockii, were considered to be a single species called the Northern Oriole.
This medium-sized passerine measures 17-22 cm (6.7-8.7 in) in length and spans 23-32 cm (9.1-12.6 in) across the wings. Their build is typical of icterids, as they have a sturdy body, a longish tail, fairly long legs and a thick, pointed bill. The body weight averages 33.8 g (1.19 oz), with a range of weights from 22.3 to 42 g (0.79 to 1.48 oz).[2] The male oriole is slightly larger than the female, although the size dimorphism is minimal by icterid standards.[3][4][5] Adults always have white bars on the wings. The adult male is orange on the underparts shoulder patch and rump, with some birds appearing a very deep flaming orange and others appearing yellowish-orange. All of the rest of the male's plumage is black. The adult female is yellow-brown on the upper parts with darker wings, and dull orange-yellow on the breast and belly. The juvenile oriole is similar-looking to the female, with males taking until the fall of their second year to reach adult plumage.
I hope you have enjoyed this photograph and will share it with others. You can see more of my work on my homepage in the various galleries I have created. Thank you for visiting and please come back.
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Randy Rosenberger
Congratulations for having this piece of your artwork from your portfolio chosen to be featured on our homepage of the WFS group. It is worthy of such admiration and I am proud to display your fine art on the homepage of our family of friends and fine artists. Thanks for sharing your talents and beautiful pieces of artwork with our art community.
Bruce Bley
Dan, I sincerely appreciate the feature in the group "Premium FAA Artists". Thank you for the honor and your support.
Bruce Bley
Iunona, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Birders Photography". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Oiyee At Oystudio
This is such a beautiful bird. I love its color. Great capture! F/L
Bruce Bley replied:
I agree, Oiyee. I only wish they would stay a little longer. It is a real treat when they are here. Thank you for the kind comment and L.
Bruce Bley
Joanna, I am very grateful for the feature in the group "All About Nature". Thank you for the honor and your support.
Sarah Batalka
Beautiful close up capture of a beautiful bird, Bruce! L/fav
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious comment, Sarah. I truly appreciate it and thank you for visiting.
Deb Halloran
What a beautiful capture, Bruce. The colors and feather detail are incredible...nicely done. Happy New Year! v/f
Calazones Flics
Wonderful work Bruce, stunning bird with amazing color! l/f
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious comment, Calazones Flics. I truly appreciate it.
Bruce Bley
Mariola, I sincerely appreciate the feature in the group "Wildlife ONE A DAY ". Thank you for the honor. I sincerely appreciate it.
Bruce Bley
Christy, I m very grateful for the feature in the group "The Beauty in Nature". Thank you for the honor and your support.
John Bailey
Congratulations on your feature in "Images That Excite You!"
Bruce Bley replied:
John, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Images That Excite You". Thank you for the honor and your support.
Bruce Bley
Jeff, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Pleasing The Eye". I appreciate the honor. Happy Holidays to you and your family.
Violeta Ianeva
beautiful bird Bruce .............Merry Christmas..........f/l/g+
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the nice comment, Violeta and Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Randy Rosenberger
It is with great pride and pleasure that I am FEATURING your artwork this week on our Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery Homepage. Your work shows expertise and love in the presentation of this fine art piece. Thanks much for sharing your works with us and being a member of our family of friends and fine artists in our WFS group. Liked & Faved Randy B. Rosenberger Administrator of the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group
Bruce Bley replied:
Randy, I am very grateful for the feature in the group "Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery". Thank you for the honor and your continued support.