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Brown-headed Cowbird
Molothrus ater
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.0 cm
Weight
42.75 g
Family
Icteridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.0 cm | 8.3 in |
| Weight | 42.75 g | 1.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-11 days.
Clutch Size
4-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Molothrus |
| Species | Molothrus ater |
Distribution
Brown-headed Cowbird has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brown-headed Cowbird endangered?
The Brown-headed Cowbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Brown-headed Cowbird nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 10-12 days. Fledging: 10-11 days.
How big is the Brown-headed Cowbird?
The Brown-headed Cowbird has a wingspan of 21.0 cm, weight of 42.75 g.
What order and family does the Brown-headed Cowbird belong to?
The Brown-headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Icteridae.
Similar Birds
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Baltimore Oriole
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Least Concern
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Bar-winged Oriole
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Baudo Oropendola
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Vulnerable