Band-tailed Cacique vs Scarlet-rumped Cacique
Cacicus latirostris compared with Cacicus microrhynchus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Band-tailed Cacique | Scarlet-rumped Cacique |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cacicus latirostris | Cacicus microrhynchus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 37.6 cm (14.8 in) | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) |
| Weight | 96.15 g (3.39 oz) | 60.45 g (2.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Band-tailed Cacique
Least Concern
Scarlet-rumped Cacique
About These Birds
Band-tailed Cacique
The Band-tailed Cacique is a large oriole-family bird of the family Icteridae found in forest edges and clearings in western Amazonia. Weighing about 96.2g with a wingspan of 37.6cm, it has a distinctive pale bill and banded tail. It nests colonially and feeds on fruit, insects, and nectar.