Greyish Baywing
A species of Baywings, Also known as Grayish Baywing, Grayish Bay-winged Cowbird Scientific name : Agelaioides badius Genus : Baywings
Greyish Baywing, A species of Baywings
Also known as:
Grayish Baywing, Grayish Bay-winged Cowbird
Botanical name: Agelaioides badius
Genus: Baywings
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Description
It has a total length of approximately 18 cm (7 in). It is overall ashy-brown with contrasting black lores and rufous wings. The taxon fringillarius has more black in the face and is overall more rufescent (less ashy). It is social and commonly seen in small groups. Unlike the "true" cowbirds in the genus Molothrus, this species is not a brood parasite. In contrast, the screaming cowbird is a brood parasite of the grayish baywing, and while adult screaming cowbirds are overall blackish, juvenile screaming cowbirds closely resemble grayish baywings. 
Size
18 cm
Life Expectancy
6 years
Nest Placement
Shrub
Habitat
Greyish Baywing primarily inhabits semi-open landscapes such as scrublands, light woodlands, and dry valleys with brushy areas and cacti. This species also adapts to human-altered environments, including pastures, crop fields, suburban zones, and urban parks. Across the broader geographical scope, greyish Baywing is found in diverse regional ecosystems including savannas, chaco woodlands, and monte deserts. They often nest in areas with tall grasses or trees, which may include both native vegetation and planted species near human settlements.
Dite type
Omnivorous
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Feeding Habits
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Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
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