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North America
Cape Grackle
Sturnella lugubris
About this species
Bird-watchers in North America often spot the Cape Grackle in arctic settings. This Icteridae species is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN.
The Cape Grackle is part of the order Passeriformes and the Icteridae family. Its preferred habitat is arctic, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Vulnerable, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Icteridae family and Passeriformes order.