Scarlet-headed Blackbird
Amblyramphus holosericeus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="amblyramphus-holosericeus"></birdfyi-bird>The Scarlet-headed Blackbird (Amblyramphus holosericeus) is a bird species in the family Icteridae (new world blackbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.5 cm and a weight of 72.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.5 cm | 8.1 in |
| Weight | 72.1 g | 2.54 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 13 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Amblyramphus |
| Species | Amblyramphus holosericeus |
Distribution
Scarlet-headed Blackbird has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Icteridae family