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Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Icteridae ›Genus: Quiscalus

About

The boat-tailed grackle (Quiscalus major) is a passerine bird of the family Icteridae found as a permanent resident on the coasts of the southeastern United States. It is found in coastal saltwater marshes, and, in Florida, also on inland waters. The nest is a well-concealed cup in trees or shrubs near water; three to five eggs are laid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Boat-tailed Grackle?
The scientific name of Boat-tailed Grackle is Quiscalus major.
What kingdom does Boat-tailed Grackle belong to?
Boat-tailed Grackle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Boat-tailed Grackle belong to?
Boat-tailed Grackle belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Boat-tailed Grackle belong to?
Boat-tailed Grackle belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Boat-tailed Grackle belong to?
Boat-tailed Grackle belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Boat-tailed Grackle belong to?
Boat-tailed Grackle belongs to the family Icteridae.
What genus does Boat-tailed Grackle belong to?
Boat-tailed Grackle belongs to the genus Quiscalus.