Brown-headed cowbird

Molothrus ater

Family: Icteridae Order: passerines Conservation: Least Concern
Brown-headed cowbird

About the Brown-headed cowbird

species of bird

Fun Facts About Brown-headed cowbird

  • The Brown-headed cowbird (Molothrus ater) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Brown-headed cowbird is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

Orderpasserines
FamilyIcteridae
GenusMolothrus
SpeciesMolothrus ater

Range & Habitat

Range map of Brown-headed cowbird

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Related Species

Other species in the Icteridae family: