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Boat-tailed Grackle
Quiscalus major
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Least Concern
Wingspan
31.0 cm
Weight
166.5 g
Family
Icteridae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 31.0 cm | 12.2 in |
| Weight | 166.5 g | 5.87 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Icteridae (New World Blackbirds) |
| Genus | Quiscalus |
| Species | Quiscalus major |
Distribution
Boat-tailed Grackle has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Boat-tailed Grackle endangered?
The Boat-tailed Grackle has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Boat-tailed Grackle nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 13 days.
How big is the Boat-tailed Grackle?
The Boat-tailed Grackle has a wingspan of 31.0 cm, weight of 166.5 g.
What order and family does the Boat-tailed Grackle belong to?
The Boat-tailed Grackle (Quiscalus major) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Icteridae.
Similar Birds
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Vulnerable