Red-winged Blackbird

At Gulf Islands National Seashore you are likely to see and hear the red-winged black bird in both our Florida and Mississippi areas. NPS/Breault

Quick Facts

Scientific Name: Agelaius phoeniceus
Distribution/Habitat: Can be found in fresh and saltwater marshes, shrubs, pasture, wet roadsides as well as drier meadows and old fields.
Average Life Span: 2 years
Average Size: 7-9 inches in length
Diet: Eats seeds and insects

Did You Know?

If you don’t see the red-winged blackbird, they can be heard by their loud singing (o-ka-leeee, konk-a-ree).