They're Baaack!!!! YAY
First pic was taken at 7:10 am this morning and the second around 9am. SO not the best. Just glad that I was set up and ready for them!
Baltimore Orioles
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nanny_56
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Baltimore Orioles
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Claudia
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Hosta12_Ia
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
I was just wondering when the Baltimore Orioles would be around. I love them. TFS
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nanny_56
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
a little better pic from this afternoon... 
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Claudia
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
OH I haven't seen one of those in years!
What are you luring them up with?
What are you luring them up with?
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nanny_56
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
We have what we call the "Oriole Buffet" there. We have oranges halves, grape jelly and a dish of grapes. plus a nectar feeder hanging next to the table. All their favorites!
You must have it out before they arrive or as soon as they get there. They find their food source and don't like to change it. I knew the date from last year so I have had stuff out for the last week knowing they would be here any day.
Other birds enjoy the goodies too!
You must have it out before they arrive or as soon as they get there. They find their food source and don't like to change it. I knew the date from last year so I have had stuff out for the last week knowing they would be here any day.
Other birds enjoy the goodies too!
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
Ok, that did it. I'd better get my oriole feeders out. I've never fed them grapes, just the oranges and grape jelly. I'm jealous. Thanks for sharing. 
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
How long does thr fruit last out there without spoiling? I had orioles when I was in MN, too many ants here to feed stuff to, they are in my parsley 
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
I leave the oranges out for 2-3 days. I try to only put enough grapes and jelly for the day. But the raccoons get the leftovers.
Claudia
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
I saw my first Oriole yesterday at my feeders. Good thing I had them ready! I told my dd they came to say "happy 6th birthday" to her. 
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Re: Baltimore Orioles
awww....that is great!!
A not so pretty juvie female....
And this handsome fellow
A not so pretty juvie female....
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