Cuvier's Blackbird

Phaeochroa cuvierii

Cuvier's Blackbird is a medium-sized passerine bird found in South America. It has a glossy black plumage with a distinctive yellow eye. These birds are known for their melodious and varied songs, often heard in open woodlands and forest edges. They are omnivorous, feeding on fruits, insects, and small vertebrates. Cuvier's Blackbirds are known for their communal roosting behavior, often forming large flocks during the non-breeding season. Despite being relatively common, their populations are declining due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

Habitat: Open woodlands and forest edges