Yellow-shouldered Blackbird vs Scarlet-rumped Cacique
Agelaius xanthomus compared with Cacicus microrhynchus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-shouldered Blackbird | Scarlet-rumped Cacique |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agelaius xanthomus | Cacicus microrhynchus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.2 cm (8.0 in) | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) |
| Weight | 38.440000000000005 g (1.36 oz) | 60.45 g (2.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Yellow-shouldered Blackbird only
Scarlet-rumped Cacique only
None
Conservation Status
Endangered
Yellow-shouldered Blackbird
Least Concern
Scarlet-rumped Cacique
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 …