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An inhabitant of coastal mangroves and nearby scrublands. This species is all black, except for a bright yellow shoulder patch—
a combination that eliminates all other species in its range. At times, the shoulder patch is hidden such that it can resemble the
Shiny Cowbird. The Shiny Cowbird has glossier plumage and a shorter, thicker bill. Vocalizations include a rough “chet” or
“chulp” and a braying “naaaaaaaah.”
https://ebird.org/species/yesbla1 [December 14, 2025]
a combination that eliminates all other species in its range. At times, the shoulder patch is hidden such that it can resemble the
Shiny Cowbird. The Shiny Cowbird has glossier plumage and a shorter, thicker bill. Vocalizations include a rough “chet” or
“chulp” and a braying “naaaaaaaah.”
https://ebird.org/species/yesbla1 [December 14, 2025]
Similar species: Pay attention, shoulder patch could be hidden while hanging around with the Greater Antillean Grackles and Shinny
Cowbird. Puerto Rican Oriole shouldered patch seems to be larger and has yellow in the rump and vent.
Cowbird. Puerto Rican Oriole shouldered patch seems to be larger and has yellow in the rump and vent.
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Where we go for this bird? This bird is more common in the southwestern region, although a small population is found east.
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