About the Red-shouldered Blackbird
The red-shouldered blackbird, known in Cuban Spanish as mayito de la ciénaga or sargento cubano and turpial de hombros rojos, is a species of passerine bird in the family Icteridae endemic to Cuba. It is similar to other species in the genus Agelaius, but recent research has established it as a separate species from the closely related red-winged blackbird.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Troupials and Allies (Icteridae) |
| Species | Agelaius assimilis |
| Species Codes | resbla1, RSBL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-shouldered Blackbird belong to?
The Red-shouldered Blackbird (Agelaius assimilis) belongs to the Troupials and Allies family (Icteridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-shouldered Blackbird?
The red-shouldered blackbird, known in Cuban Spanish as mayito de la ciénaga or sargento cubano and turpial de hombros rojos, is a species of passerine bird in the family Icteridae endemic to Cuba. It is similar to other species in the genus Agelaius, but recent research has established it as a sepa...
Where can I report a Red-shouldered Blackbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-shouldered Blackbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code resbla1, or on iNaturalist.
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