Yellow-shouldered Blackbird vs Yellow-winged Blackbird
Agelaius xanthomus compared with Agelasticus thilius
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-shouldered Blackbird | Yellow-winged Blackbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agelaius xanthomus | Agelasticus thilius |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.2 cm (8.0 in) | 18.7 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | 38.440000000000005 g (1.36 oz) | 31.15 g (1.10 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Yellow-shouldered Blackbird only
Yellow-winged Blackbird only
Conservation Status
Yellow-shouldered Blackbird
Yellow-winged Blackbird
About These Birds
Yellow-shouldered Blackbird
The Yellow-shouldered Blackbird, <em>Agelaius xanthomus</em>, is a member of the family Icteridae, the New World blackbirds, and is endemic to Puerto Rico and its offshore cays. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. This species occupies a range of habitats including coastal areas, forest edges, and grasslands. It is restricted to Puerto Rico and a few associated islands. The Yellow-shouldered Blackbird is classified as Endangered, a reflection of severe population declines caused by …
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 …