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Mr. Vibrant
KC Foggin

Mr. Vibrant (Icterus galbula)

Baltimore Oriole
the male’s brilliant orange plumage blazes from high branches like a torch. Nearby, you might spot the female weaving her remarkable hanging nest from slender fibers.
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Habitat
Fond of fruit and nectar as well as insects, Baltimore Orioles are easily lured to backyard feeders.
Location
Yard Bird, Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Date taken
May, 2022
Scientific name
Icterus galbula
Equipment used
Nikon D90, SIGMA 80-400/4.5-5.6 DG OS. plus a 1+1/4 extender, hand held.
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aloktewari
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Color and setting are simply mind blowing ... awesome 👍😎 work KC ... TFS ...
 
delia todd
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The colour is absolutely stunning, isn't it.

A fabulous picture you've taken of this oriole KC - well done lassie.
 
Doc Duck
So this weekend you'll have to wonder: Is that red glow a BAOR I see up there, or is that the eclipsing moon?
 

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