Northern — Oriole

: The Baltimore Oriole earned its name because its bright orange and black plumage matched the coat of arms of Lord Baltimore , the 17th-century founder of Maryland.

: The word "oriole" stems from the Latin oriolus , meaning "the golden one". northern oriole

The female oriole is a master weaver, constructing one of the most unique nests in the bird world: Northern Oriole - Bluff Lake Nature Center : The Baltimore Oriole earned its name because

The is a name that historically referred to two distinct birds: the Baltimore Oriole of the east and the Bullock’s Oriole of the west. While they were officially merged into a single species in 1973, they were split again in 1995 due to research showing they rarely interbreed and prefer their own kind. Today, the name "Northern Oriole" is often used interchangeably with the Baltimore Oriole . The "Golden" Identity While they were officially merged into a single