Yellow-winged Blackbird vs Saffron-cowled Blackbird
Agelasticus thilius compared with Xanthopsar flavus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-winged Blackbird | Saffron-cowled Blackbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agelasticus thilius | Xanthopsar flavus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.7 cm (7.4 in) | 20.7 cm (8.1 in) |
| Weight | 31.15 g (1.10 oz) | 40.9 g (1.44 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 3-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Yellow-winged Blackbird only
None
Saffron-cowled Blackbird only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Yellow-winged Blackbird
Endangered
Saffron-cowled 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 …