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: They typically breed in marshlands, wetlands, or grassy areas near water, with females building deep cup-shaped nests lashed to reeds like cattails. Species Profiles yellow-souldered blackbird revised recovery plan - FWS ECOS

The genus includes several species of New World blackbirds, most notably the widespread Red-winged Blackbird ( Agelaius phoeniceus ). These birds are known for their rapid development and highly territorial breeding habits. Developmental Stages agelaius

: A single male often defends a territory containing a "harem" of up to 15 nesting females . : They typically breed in marshlands, wetlands, or