Austral Blackbird
Curaeus curaeus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="curaeus-curaeus"></birdfyi-bird>The Austral Blackbird (Curaeus curaeus) is a bird species in the family Icteridae (new world blackbirds), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24.9 cm and a weight of 91.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Austral Blackbird is a medium-sized icterid found in woodland, forest edges, and gardens in Chile and adjacent Argentina. Weighing about 91.1g with a wingspan of 24.9cm, it has entirely glossy black plumage with a yellow eye. It is an omnivore feeding on insects, berries, and carrion, and is a common garden bird in southern South America.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.9 cm | 9.8 in |
| Weight | 91.11666666666666 g | 3.21 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Curaeus |
| Species | Curaeus curaeus |
Distribution
Austral Blackbird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Icteridae family