Locally known as the 'Plantain' or 'Small Corn Bird', these birds are easy targets for any photographer that can get close enough. They occasion the feeder a few times a day, alone or with another close by. They constantly make a 'kack' call to each other; at first I thought this was because they were disturbed by something - but I later noticed that they often 'kack' at each other to find out where the other is. I'm watching for male/behavior patterns, but have so far seen none. They have a definite need for space on the feeder, and will defend any food that they are near from tanagers - but will bow out gracefully should a kiskedee or mockingbird visit.
When comfortable and roosted, they warble a nice melody - but they are most easily found by their 'kack' and bright colors.
Interestingly, this is the only bird I have noticed and photographed blinking its eyes.
Wikipedia reference: South American Yellow Oriole
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