Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

SHCO

Order: Passeriformes | Family: Icteridae (Troupials and Allies)
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Bird Description

Scarce visitor to s. FL, very rare further n. Found in dry areas, gardens, at feeders, and often with other blackbirds. Slimmer than BHCO with more pointed bill. Ad ♂: uniformly glossy blue/purple, greener on wings. ♀: similar to BHCO but browner with less contrasting throat and darker ear coverts. Concentrate on shape.

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