Baltimore Oriole

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image displays a vividly colored bird, predominantly featuring black and orange plumage with touches of white, perched on a small wooden branch. The bird's back is a deep black, while its wings showcase intricate patterns of black, orange, and white feathers. Its breast and belly are a vibrant shade of orange, transitioning into yellow lower down, creating a striking contrast with its other features. It has a slender, pointed beak that hints at its natural ability to forage for insects or nectar. The branch it stands on is a piece of unfinished wood, adding a rustic charm to the scene, while the background consists of a plain wooden surface, subtly enhancing the bird's bright colors. The position of the bird gives it an alert, attentive look, as if it might take flight at any moment, capturing the essence of its lively nature. Overall, the composition of the image highlights the delicate beauty of the bird against a simple, natural setting.

The image displays a vividly colored bird, predominantly featuring black and orange plumage with touches of white, perched on a small wooden branch. The bird's back is a deep black, while its wings showcase intricate patterns of black, orange, and white feathers. Its breast and belly are a vibrant shade of orange, transitioning into yellow lower down, creating a striking contrast with its other features. It has a slender, pointed beak that hints at its natural ability to forage for insects or nectar. The branch it stands on is a piece of unfinished wood, adding a rustic charm to the scene, while the background consists of a plain wooden surface, subtly enhancing the bird's bright colors. The position of the bird gives it an alert, attentive look, as if it might take flight at any moment, capturing the essence of its lively nature. Overall, the composition of the image highlights the delicate beauty of the bird against a simple, natural setting.

Name/Title

Baltimore Oriole

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.397

Description

Baltimore Oriole/Northern/Full mount Sex of Specimen: Male

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

BIRD

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 24, 1978