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North America
Helmeted Grackle
Quiscalus major
About this species
A characteristic species of the Icteridae family, the Helmeted Grackle occupies urban regions throughout North America. Its IUCN status is currently Near Threatened.
The Helmeted Grackle is part of the order Passeriformes and the Icteridae family. Its preferred habitat is urban, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, 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.