Description
“Orchard Oriole” by Betsy Rosenwald lets us experience the vibrant beauty of this bright bird in a drawing on paper. Hopping among riverine shrubs or scattered trees, male Orchard Orioles sing a whistled, chattering song to attract yellow-green females. The smallest of North America’s orioles, they glean insects from foliage and build hanging, pouchlike nests during the brief breeding season, and then head back to Central America for the rest of the year. Yet despite its brilliance, the Orchard Oriole has been facing a population decline of over 1% per year, totaling approximately 46% between 1966 and 2019.
As “Orchard Oriole” by Betsy Rosenwald brings the essence of this bird to life, the artist also highlights the challenges the species faces. Yet, within the lines and hues of this piece, we feel a reminder that where there is beauty, there is hope. And despite its challenges, the cheerful appearance and robin-like song of the Orchard Oriole serves a as a reminder that our actions can help ensure its survival.
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