Yellow-shouldered Blackbird vs Altamira Oriole

Agelaius xanthomus compared with Icterus gularis

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Yellow-shouldered Blackbird Altamira Oriole
Scientific Name Agelaius xanthomus Icterus gularis
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Icteridae Icteridae
Conservation Status Endangered Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 20.2 cm (8.0 in) 23.3 cm (9.2 in)
Weight 38.440000000000005 g (1.36 oz) 55.425 g (1.96 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 1-4 3-4
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Yellow-shouldered Blackbird only

Altamira Oriole only

Conservation Status

Endangered

Yellow-shouldered Blackbird

Least Concern

Altamira Oriole

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 …

Altamira Oriole

The Altamira Oriole is a striking icterid weighing around 55 g with a 23.3 cm wingspan, native to lowland scrub and riparian woodlands of northeastern Mexico and southern Texas. Its brilliant orange-and-black plumage and loud, melodious song make it conspicuous in its habitat.

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