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Shiny Cowbird

Molothrus bonariensis

Least Concern

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Shiny Cowbird (Molothrus bonariensis) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (Norway), North America (7 countries), and South America (4 countries).

🇧🇸 Bahamas 🇨🇱 Chile 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇲 Dominica 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇬🇩 Grenada 🇭🇹 Haiti 🇯🇲 Jamaica 🇲🇽 Mexico 🇳🇴 Norway 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Molothrus bonariensis (Shiny Cowbird)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese テリバネコウウチョウ

Chinese 紫輝牛鸝

Spanish chamón parásito, maicero

French Vacher luisant

German Seidenkuhstärling

Portuguese chupim

Russian Блестящий коровий трупиал

Similar Species in Molothrus

Molothrus rufoaxillaris

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Shiny Cowbird?

The scientific name of Shiny Cowbird is Molothrus bonariensis. It belongs to the genus Molothrus.

What is the conservation status of Shiny Cowbird?

Shiny Cowbird (Molothrus bonariensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Shiny Cowbird live?

Shiny Cowbird is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Norway), North America (7 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Bahamas, Chile, Colombia, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico.

What family does Shiny Cowbird belong to?

Shiny Cowbird (Molothrus bonariensis) belongs to the genus Molothrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Icteridae.

Is Shiny Cowbird endangered?

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

What kingdom does Shiny Cowbird belong to?

Shiny Cowbird (Molothrus bonariensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Shiny Cowbird?

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