Birds > Perching Birds
OverviewAT A GLANCECommon Name: Western MeadowlarkScientific Name: Sturnella neglectaCategory: BirdsSubcategory: Perching BirdsSize: 21 to 26 cm (8.3 to 10.2 in) length; 38 to 43 cm (15.0 to 16.9 in) wingspanWeight: 85 to 135 g (3.0 to 4.8 oz)Lifespan: 5 to 8 years in...
Birds > Perching Birds
OverviewThe Baltimore Oriole (Icterus galbula) is a celebrated neotropical migratory songbird whose vibrant presence heralds the arrival of spring across eastern North America. Named for the striking black and flaming orange heraldic livery of Cecilius Calvert, the...
Birds > Songbirds
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Red-winged BlackbirdScientific Name: Agelaius phoeniceusCategory: BirdsSubcategory: SongbirdsSize: Body length: 7.1–9.4 in (18–24 cm); Wingspan: 12.0–15.8 in (30–40 cm)Weight: 1.1–2.8 oz (32–80 g); males are substantially larger and heavier...
