Yellow-winged Blackbird vs Chestnut-capped Blackbird
Agelasticus thilius compared with Chrysomus ruficapillus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-winged Blackbird | Chestnut-capped Blackbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agelasticus thilius | Chrysomus ruficapillus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.7 cm (7.4 in) | 17.9 cm (7.0 in) |
| Weight | 31.15 g (1.10 oz) | 36.8 g (1.30 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Yellow-winged Blackbird only
Chestnut-capped Blackbird only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Yellow-winged Blackbird
Least Concern
Chestnut-capped Blackbird
About These Birds
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 …