Altamira Oriole (Icterus gularis) is in the New World Blackbirds and Orioles family (Icteridae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 3,255 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in February.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: winter visitor. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Altamira Oriole: observations by month (U.S.)
About Altamira Oriole
The Altamira oriole (Icterus gularis) is a New World oriole. The bird is widespread in subtropical lowlands of the Mexican Gulf Coast and northern Central America, the Pacific coast and inland. They have since spread to southern Texas, but this was not until 1939.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Altamira Oriole by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3,255 | February | Nov–Apr |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related birds (New World Blackbirds and Orioles)
Red-winged Blackbird
Great-tailed Grackle
Brown-headed Cowbird
Common Grackle
Baltimore Oriole
Brewer's Blackbird
Boat-tailed Grackle
Western Meadowlark
Photography tips
- Use a fast shutter (1/2000 s or faster) for birds in flight.
- Focus on the eye and shoot at the bird's eye level.
- Approach slowly and stop if the bird changes behavior; never bait or flush birds.
- Morning activity peaks in the first two hours after sunrise.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Altamira Oriole?
Nationally, February has the most observations, with the main season from November to April.
Where is Altamira Oriole most often seen?
The most observations come from Texas.