Greyish Baywing vs Scarlet-rumped Cacique
Agelaioides badius compared with Cacicus microrhynchus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Greyish Baywing | Scarlet-rumped Cacique |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agelaioides badius | Cacicus microrhynchus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.7 cm (7.4 in) | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) |
| Weight | 46.15 g (1.63 oz) | 60.45 g (2.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Greyish Baywing
Least Concern
Scarlet-rumped Cacique
About These Birds
Greyish Baywing
The Greyish Baywing, <em>Agelaioides badius</em>, belongs to the family Icteridae, the New World blackbirds, and inhabits grassland environments in South America, primarily in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and southern Brazil. This species exhibits a notable nesting strategy, using abandoned nests of other bird species including cavity nests, domed nests, and open cup structures, reflecting remarkable behavioral flexibility. Incubation lasts approximately 12 to 14 days and fledging occurs 12 to 16 days after hatching. Clutch sizes range from 3 to 5 …