Yellow-headed Blackbird

Macroagelaius subalaris

The Yellow-headed Blackbird is a striking bird with a black body, bright yellow head, and white wing patches. Males have a distinctive call and display behavior during the breeding season. They are often found in marshes, wetlands, and grasslands, where they forage for insects and seeds. These birds build their nests in cattails and other marsh vegetation. The Yellow-headed Blackbird is known for its gregarious nature, often forming large flocks outside the breeding season. While their populations are generally stable, loss of wetland habitats poses a threat to their long-term survival.

Habitat: Marshes, wetlands, grasslands