Grey Catbird vs Black Catbird
Dumetella carolinensis compared with Melanoptila glabrirostris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Grey Catbird | Black Catbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dumetella carolinensis | Melanoptila glabrirostris |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Mimidae | Mimidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.1 cm (7.1 in) | 18.4 cm (7.2 in) |
| Weight | 38.31666666666666 g (1.35 oz) | 36.11666666666667 g (1.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Grey Catbird
Least Concern
Black Catbird
About These Birds
Black Catbird
The Black Catbird is a striking, entirely glossy blue-black bird of the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico and Belize, with a short, slender bill and a melodious song. It inhabits dense lowland tropical forests and forest edges, including coastal thickets and mangroves. It feeds on small fruits, berries, and insects, foraging in the forest understory and mid-story.