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Brown-Headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

Least Concern

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The Brown-headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) is a species in the genus Molothrus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Bahamas, Norway, and United States.

🇧🇸 Bahamas 🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Molothrus ater (Brown-Headed Cowbird)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コウウチョウ

Chinese 褐头牛鹂

Spanish Tordo cabeza café

French Vacher à tête brune

German Braunkopf-Kuhstärling

Portuguese chopim-mulato

Russian Буроголовый коровий трупиал

Similar Species in Molothrus

Molothrus rufoaxillaris

Least Concern

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Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brown-Headed Cowbird?

The scientific name of Brown-Headed Cowbird is Molothrus ater. It belongs to the genus Molothrus.

What is the conservation status of Brown-Headed Cowbird?

Brown-Headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brown-Headed Cowbird live?

Brown-Headed Cowbird is found in Distributed across Bahamas, Norway, and United States.. Countries include Bahamas, Norway, United States.

What family does Brown-Headed Cowbird belong to?

Brown-Headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) belongs to the genus Molothrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Icteridae.

Is Brown-Headed Cowbird endangered?

No, Brown-Headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Brown-Headed Cowbird belong to?

Brown-Headed Cowbird (Molothrus ater) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Brown-Headed Cowbird?

The closest relatives of Brown-Headed Cowbird in the genus Molothrus include Bronze-brown Cowbird, Bronzed Cowbird, Giant Cowbird, Screaming Cowbird, Shiny Cowbird.