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Bronzed Cowbird

Molothrus aeneus

Least Concern
Wingspan
21.6 cm
Weight
51.550000000000004 g
Family
Icteridae
Order
Passeriformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 21.6 cm 8.5 in
Weight 51.550000000000004 g 1.82 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: NO. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-12 days.

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Icteridae (New World Blackbirds)
Genus Molothrus
Species Molothrus aeneus

Distribution

Bronzed Cowbird has been recorded in 2 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bronzed Cowbird endangered?
The Bronzed Cowbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bronzed Cowbird nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-12 days.
How big is the Bronzed Cowbird?
The Bronzed Cowbird has a wingspan of 21.6 cm, weight of 51.550000000000004 g.
What order and family does the Bronzed Cowbird belong to?
The Bronzed Cowbird (Molothrus aeneus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Icteridae.

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