Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthopsar flavus

The Yellow-headed Blackbird is a striking bird with a black body, bright yellow head, and white wing patches. Males have a distinct call and are larger than females. These birds are known for their unique breeding behavior, forming dense colonies in marshes and wetlands. They build their nests among cattails and reeds, where they forage for insects and seeds. The Yellow-headed Blackbird is a highly social species, often forming large flocks outside the breeding season. Their populations are primarily found in North America, with some wintering in Mexico.

Habitat: Marshes and wetlands