Unicolored Blackbird vs Altamira Oriole

Agelasticus cyanopus compared with Icterus gularis

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Unicolored Blackbird Altamira Oriole
Scientific Name Agelasticus cyanopus Icterus gularis
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Icteridae Icteridae
Conservation Status Least Concern Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 17.6 cm (6.9 in) 23.3 cm (9.2 in)
Weight 33.625 g (1.19 oz) 55.425 g (1.96 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 3 3-4
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Unicolored Blackbird only

Altamira Oriole only

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Unicolored Blackbird

Least Concern

Altamira Oriole

About These Birds

Unicolored Blackbird

The Unicolored Blackbird, <em>Agelasticus cyanopus</em>, is a member of the family Icteridae, the New World blackbirds, found in South America. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. This species inhabits grassland and wetland environments, including marshes, wet grasslands, and reed beds, particularly in lowland areas of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and adjacent countries. The Unicolored Blackbird holds a conservation status of Least Concern, indicating a stable and adequately sized population. Diet information is not …

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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