Chestnut-capped Blackbird
NameChestnut-capped Blackbird
Common NameChestnut-capped Blackbird
Scientific NameChrysomus ruficapillus
FamilyIcteridae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsAdult males are glossy black with a distinctive chestnut-red cap and throat. The rest of the body is black. Females are duller, brownish-olive overall, with a paler throat and a less defined, duller chestnut wash on the crown.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a series of chattering notes, often described as a 'chick-chick-chick-chick-chick-chick-chick-chick' followed by a buzzing 'zzzzzzzz'. Calls include harsh 'chek' notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern South America, including parts of Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy black body (male), Chestnut-red cap and throat (male), Duller brownish-olive plumage (female), Found in marshy areas
Description
The Chestnut-capped Blackbird is a medium-sized blackbird known for the striking chestnut-red plumage on its head and throat. Males are predominantly glossy black, while females are duller. They are often found in marshy habitats, foraging for insects and seeds.
