Giant cowbird
Molothrus oryzivorus
The giant cowbird (Molothrus oryzivorus) is a large passerine bird in the New World family Icteridae.
About the Giant cowbird
The giant cowbird (Molothrus oryzivorus) is a large passerine bird in the New World family Icteridae. It breeds from southern Mexico south to northern Argentina, and on Trinidad and Tobago. It may have relatively recently colonised the latter island. It is a brood parasite and lays its eggs in the nests of other birds.
Fun Facts About Giant cowbird
- It is a brood parasite and lays its eggs in the nests of other birds.
- It breeds from southern Mexico south to northern Argentina, and on Trinidad and Tobago.
Conservation Status
The Giant cowbird is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | passerines |
| Family | Icteridae |
| Genus | Molothrus |
| Species | Molothrus oryzivorus |
Range & Habitat
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