Black-capped Vireo vs Slaty-capped Shrike-vireo
Vireo atricapilla compared with Vireolanius leucotis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-capped Vireo | Slaty-capped Shrike-vireo |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Vireo atricapilla | Vireolanius leucotis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vireonidae | Vireonidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.0 cm (4.3 in) | 14.1 cm (5.6 in) |
| Weight | 8.649999999999999 g (0.31 oz) | 25.75 g (0.91 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Black-capped Vireo
Least Concern
Slaty-capped Shrike-vireo
About These Birds
Black-capped Vireo
The Black-capped Vireo is a Near Threatened small vireo of Texas and Oklahoma in the United States, wintering on Mexico's Pacific coast, with males displaying a striking black cap, white spectacles, and olive-green and white plumage. It inhabits dense, shrubby oak and juniper thickets in rocky terrain. Brown-headed cowbird parasitism and habitat loss drove its listing as endangered in the past; conservation efforts have aided recovery.