A Field Guide to the Prairie

  Red-Winged Blackbird
Agelaius phoeniceus
Size: 18-24 cm (7-9.5 in.)
Habitat/Range:Prefers marshes, meadows and fields.
Eating Habits:

The male is all black with red and yellow epaulets (shoulder patches) on wing. Female is streaked brown.

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