Tawny-shouldered Blackbird vs Yellow-winged Blackbird
Agelaius humeralis compared with Agelasticus thilius
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Tawny-shouldered Blackbird | Yellow-winged Blackbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agelaius humeralis | Agelasticus thilius |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.6 cm (8.9 in) | 18.7 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | 36.4 g (1.28 oz) | 31.15 g (1.10 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Tawny-shouldered Blackbird only
None
Yellow-winged Blackbird only
Conservation Status
Tawny-shouldered Blackbird
Yellow-winged Blackbird
About These Birds
Tawny-shouldered Blackbird
The Tawny-shouldered Blackbird, <em>Agelaius humeralis</em>, is a member of the family Icteridae and is endemic to Cuba and Haiti. This species constructs cup-type nests and lays clutches of 3 to 4 eggs. No specific habitat type is listed in available records, though the species is associated with agricultural areas, forest edges, and open habitats in its island range. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The common name refers to the tawny or …
Yellow-winged Blackbird
The Yellow-winged Blackbird, <em>Agelasticus thilius</em>, belongs to the family Icteridae, the New World blackbirds, and occurs across parts of southern South America. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. This species is associated with grassland and wetland habitats, particularly marshes, wet meadows, and the edges of lakes and rivers, in countries including Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Peru. The Yellow-winged Blackbird holds a conservation status of Least Concern, indicating no immediate population-level concerns. Diet …