About the Yellow-headed Blackbird
The yellow-headed blackbird is a medium-sized blackbird with a yellow head.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Troupials and Allies (Icteridae) |
| Species | Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus |
| Species Codes | yehbla, YHBL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-headed Blackbird belong to?
The Yellow-headed Blackbird (Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus) belongs to the Troupials and Allies family (Icteridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-headed Blackbird?
The yellow-headed blackbird is a medium-sized blackbird with a yellow head....
Where can I report a Yellow-headed Blackbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-headed Blackbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yehbla, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
106
Species in Family
23,097
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