Austral Blackbird vs Brown-headed Cowbird
Curaeus curaeus compared with Molothrus ater
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Austral Blackbird | Brown-headed Cowbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Curaeus curaeus | Molothrus ater |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Icteridae | Icteridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.9 cm (9.8 in) | 21.0 cm (8.3 in) |
| Weight | 91.11666666666666 g (3.21 oz) | 42.75 g (1.51 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 4-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Austral Blackbird only
Brown-headed Cowbird only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Austral Blackbird
Least Concern
Brown-headed Cowbird
About These Birds
Austral Blackbird
The Austral Blackbird is a medium-sized icterid found in woodland, forest edges, and gardens in Chile and adjacent Argentina. Weighing about 91.1g with a wingspan of 24.9cm, it has entirely glossy black plumage with a yellow eye. It is an omnivore feeding on insects, berries, and carrion, and is a common garden bird in southern South America.