Red-winged Blackbird
Red-winged Blackbird
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The Red-winged Blackbird is a ubiquitous and vocal songbird, with males being entirely glossy black except for brilliant scarlet and yellow shoulder patches. Females are streaky brown, resembling large sparrows.
Where to spot
Widespread across most of North and Central America, from Alaska and Canada south to Costa Rica. Thrives in wetlands, marshes, wet meadows, and agricultural fields.
How to spot
Look for males perched conspicuously on reeds or shrubs, flashing their red shoulder patches. Listen for their iconic 'conk-la-ree!' song, a sure sign of their presence.
When to spot
Year-round resident in many areas, migratory in northern parts. Most conspicuous and vocal during the breeding season (spring/summer).
Where to spot
Widespread across most of North and Central America, from Alaska and Canada south to Costa Rica. Thrives in wetlands, marshes, wet meadows, and agricultural fields.
How to spot
Look for males perched conspicuously on reeds or shrubs, flashing their red shoulder patches. Listen for their iconic 'conk-la-ree!' song, a sure sign of their presence.
When to spot
Year-round resident in many areas, migratory in northern parts. Most conspicuous and vocal during the breeding season (spring/summer).
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Male Red-winged Blackbirds are fiercely territorial, often displaying their red epaulets and singing loudly to defend their breeding grounds from rivals and predators, even much larger birds.
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