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Varillero Capuchino

Chrysomus icterocephalus

Least Concern

About

El turpial encapuchado (Chrysomus icterocephalus) está clasificado como Preocupación Menor (LC) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. Es un pequeño ictérido que habita humedales, cañaverales y arrozales de Venezuela, Colombia y Trinidad; los machos presentan una vistosa cabeza y cuello amarillos y el cuerpo negro.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and South America (Colombia, Peru, Venezuela).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キガシラハゴロモガラス
Chinese 黃頭黑鸝
Spanish Varillero Capuchino
French Carouge à capuchon
German Gelbkopfstärling
Portuguese iratauá-pequeno
Russian Желтоголовый чёрный трупиал

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Varillero Capuchino?
The scientific name of Varillero Capuchino is Chrysomus icterocephalus. It belongs to the genus Chrysomus.
What is the conservation status of Varillero Capuchino?
Varillero Capuchino (Chrysomus icterocephalus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Varillero Capuchino live?
Varillero Capuchino is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and South America (Colombia, Peru, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, France, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, United Kingdom, Venezuela.
What family does Varillero Capuchino belong to?
Varillero Capuchino (Chrysomus icterocephalus) belongs to the genus Chrysomus, which is part of the taxonomic family Icteridae.
Is Varillero Capuchino endangered?
No, Varillero Capuchino (Chrysomus icterocephalus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Varillero Capuchino belong to?
Varillero Capuchino (Chrysomus icterocephalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Varillero Capuchino?
The closest relatives of Varillero Capuchino in the genus Chrysomus include Varillero Congo.

Native Range — 8 Countries

Genus Chrysomus — 2 Species

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Varillero Capuchino
Chrysomus icterocephalus
LC
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Varillero Congo
Chrysomus ruficapillus
LC

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