Icterid Collection

Common grackle pair (Quiscalus quiscula) in courtship display. Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Florida, USA, April

Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula) male perched in pear (Pyrus sp.) blossom, eastern redbud in background, New York, USA. May

Boat-tailed grackle pair (Quiscalus major) in courtship display. Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Florida, USA, April

Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoenicus) male singing from snow-covered red maple (Acer rubrum) in flower, Ithaca, New York, USA. April 2020

Austral blackbirds (Curaeus curaeus) and Austral thrush (Turdus falcklandii) nectaring on Blue puya (Puya berteroniana). Pollen transferred to birds heads during feeding. Parque Ingles, Chile

Yellow-headed Blackbird (Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus) male perched in marsh vegetation (Phragmites) in foreground. Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, view toward east

Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) male displaying in cattail marsh, Viera Wetlands, Brevard County, Florida, USA, January

Mixed Blackbird flock, mostly Red-winged Blackbirds (Agelaius phoeniceus), in flight against backdrop of autumn foliage in November, Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Male Red winged blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) taking off, New York, USA, May

Montezuma oropendola (Psarocolius montezuma) hanging upside down as part of a courtship display. Costa Rica

Red winged blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) male singing, Bozeman, Montana, USA. April

RF - Flock of Boat-tailed grackle (Quiscalus major) on wires at dawn. Crystal River, Florida, United States

Capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) sitting in wetland vegetation with Giant cowbird (Molothrus oryzivorus) perched on its back, Cuiaba River, Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Red-winged blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) nest containing four eggs, in cattail marsh, New York, USA, June

Male Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula) foraging in flowering Crabapple (Malus sp)
Male Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula) foraging in flowering Crabapple (Malus sp.) tree in spring, Ithaca, New York, USA. May

Common grackle

Baltimore oriole (Icterus galbula) female perched on Berlandiers fiddlewood (Citharexylum berlandieri). South Padre Island, Texas, USA. April

Orchard oriole (Icterus spurius) male feeding on Lemon bottlebrush (Callistemon pallidus) flowers. South Padre Island, Texas, USA

Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) male calling / displaying, Ithaca, New York, USA
Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) male calling/displaying, Ithaca, New York, USA. March 2020

Baltimore Oriole (Icterus galbula) male with spider prey, perched in crabapple blossom in spring, Ithaca, New York, USA

Austral blackbird (Curaeus curaeus) with pollen on head after nectaring on Blue puya (Puya berteroniana). Parque Ingles, Chile. December

Altamira oriole (Icterus gularis) nectaring on Quickstick / Mother of cocoa tree (Gliricidia sepium) flower. Chiapas, Mexico

Yellow-rumped cacique (Cacicus cela) calling, Madidi NP, Bolivia

USA, Utah, Antelope Island. Western Meadowlark sings from a sagebrush perch in Spring

Red-winged blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) male in territorial display, Virginia, USA. May

Northern Oriole (Icterus galbula), female bird building nest, male bird whistling, side view

USA, Utah, Antelope Island, Western Meadowlark singing courtship and territory song while sitting on a sign

Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) in Juniper Tree in winter, Marion Co. IL
Common Grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) in Juniper Tree in winter, Marion, IL

The brown-headed cowbird (Molothrus ater) is a small brood parasitic icterid of temperate to subtropical North America. A trio posturing during courtship

Boat-tailed Grackle -Quiscalus major-, male, calling, Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray Beach, Florida, USA

Two Boat-tailed Grackles -Quiscalus major-, males, Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray Beach, Florida, USA

Jamaican Oriole (Icterus leucopteryx) adult male, perched on twig, Marshalls Pen, Jamaica, December

Crested Oropendola (Psarocolius decumanus insularis) adult, perched on twig, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Bay-winged Cowbird (Agelaioides badius) adult, drinking at pool, Buenos Aires, Argentina, February

Yellow Oriole (Icterus nigrogularis) adult, perched on stem, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Hooded Oriole (Icterus cucullatus) adult male, perched on twig in flowering tree, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, October

Great-tailed Grackle (Quiscalus mexicanus peruvianus) adult male, feeding on seed, standing on wet ground, Summit Gardens, Panama, November

Yellow-tailed Oriole (Icterus mesomelas carrikeri) adult male, perched on branch, Chagres River, Panama, November

Scarlet-rumped Cacique (Cacicus microrhynchus microrhynchus) adult, hanging from palm tree leaf, Canopy Tower, Panama, November

Crested Oropendola (Psarocolius decumanus insularis) adult, perched on branch, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Boat-tailed Grackle (Quiscalus major) adult male, calling, perched on twig, Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray Beach, Florida, U.S.A. March

Boat-tailed Grackle (Quiscalus major) two adult males, calling, perched on twig, Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Delray Beach, Florida, U.S.A. March

Carib Grackle (Quiscalus lugubris inflexirostris) adult male, singing, perched on branch, Fond Doux Plantation, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

Carib Grackle (Quiscalus lugubris) adult male, perched on post, Grenada, Grenadines, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, November

Yellow-hooded Blackbird (Agelaius icterocephalus) immature male, perched on post, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Saint Lucia Oriole (Icterus laudabilis) adult female, with insect prey in beak, perched on branch, Praslin, St. Lucia, Windward Islands, Lesser Antilles, December

Tawny-shouldered Blackbird (Agelaius humeralis) adult male, perched on twig, La Belen, Camaguey Province, Cuba, March

Cuban Blackbird (Dives atroviolaceus) five adults, feeding, picking parasites from horse, La Belen, Camaguey Province, Cuba, March

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"Icterids: A Symphony of Colors and Courtship" From the wetlands of Brazil to the snowy landscapes of New York, icterids bring vibrant hues and captivating displays to the avian world. In the lush Pantanal region, a Capybara finds solace amidst wetland vegetation as a Giant cowbird perches on its back. An unlikely duo, showcasing nature's harmonious connections. Perched gracefully in a pear tree, a male Baltimore oriole stands out with its striking orange plumage against the green foliage. Its melodious song fills the air, enchanting all who listen. Love is in full bloom as a Boat-tailed grackle pair engages in an elaborate courtship display. Their synchronized movements and raucous calls create an awe-inspiring spectacle for onlookers. Undeterred by winter's grasp, a Red-winged blackbird fearlessly sings from atop snow-covered red maple branches. Its bold voice pierces through the cold silence, announcing spring's imminent arrival. Austral blackbirds and Austral thrushes find sweet nourishment as they delicately sip nectar from vibrant flowers. Nature's delicate balance unfolds before our eyes as these icterids play their part in pollination. Wakodahatchee Wetlands come alive with love-struck Common grackles engaging in their intricate courtship dance. Their iridescent feathers shimmer under sunlight as they woo potential mates with finesse. Amidst marsh vegetation stands a regal Yellow-headed blackbird; his golden crown glows against emerald surroundings. He surveys his domain with pride while serenading nature's symphony. Viera Wetlands witness an aerial ballet as mixed Blackbird flocks take flight; predominantly Red-winged blackbirds dominate this mesmerizing performance that paints the sky ebony and crimson. In New York City, May brings forth new beginnings as male Red-winged blackbirds take flight, their vibrant wings carrying them to new heights.