Yellow-shouldered Blackbird vs Altamira Oriole

Agelaius xanthomus comparé à Icterus gularis

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribut Yellow-shouldered Blackbird Altamira Oriole
Nom scientifique Agelaius xanthomus Icterus gularis
Ordre Passeriformes Passeriformes
Famille Icteridae Icteridae
Statut de conservation Endangered Least Concern
Longueur
Envergure 20,2 cm (8.0 in) 23,3 cm (9.2 in)
Poids 38,440000000000005 g (1.36 oz) 55,425 g (1.96 oz)
Régime alimentaire -- --
Taille de la couvée 1-4 3-4
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Habitats partagés

Yellow-shouldered Blackbird only

Altamira Oriole only

Statut de conservation

Endangered

Yellow-shouldered Blackbird

Least Concern

Altamira Oriole

About These Birds

Yellow-shouldered Blackbird

The Yellow-shouldered Blackbird, <em>Agelaius xanthomus</em>, is a member of the family Icteridae, the New World blackbirds, and is endemic to Puerto Rico and its offshore cays. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. This species occupies a range of habitats including coastal areas, forest edges, and grasslands. It is restricted to Puerto Rico and a few associated islands. The Yellow-shouldered Blackbird is classified as Endangered, a reflection of severe population declines caused by …

Altamira Oriole

The Altamira Oriole is a striking icterid weighing around 55 g with a 23.3 cm wingspan, native to lowland scrub and riparian woodlands of northeastern Mexico and southern Texas. Its brilliant orange-and-black plumage and loud, melodious song make it conspicuous in its habitat.

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