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Europe
Banded Cowbird
Xanthocephalus oryzivorus
About this species
Native to Europe, the Banded Cowbird thrives in grassland habitats and belongs to the Icteridae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Banded Cowbird is part of the order Passeriformes and the Icteridae family. Its preferred habitat is grassland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Icteridae family and Passeriformes order.