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Icterus cucullatus
Named for the orange hood on the male, this slender oriole is at home in suburban areas . It originally nested in the trees of desert oases, but finds ornamental trees suitable.
Breeds in areas with scattered trees, such as desert oases and along streams. Also in mesquite brush. Common in urban and suburban areas. Fond of palm trees.
Spotted on Dec 23, 2012
Submitted on Mar 5, 2013
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