Black-headed grosbeak facts for kids
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The black-headed grosbeak (Pheucticus melanocephalus) is a species of bird. It belongs in the family Cardinalidae. It is a medium-sized, seed-eating bird. It is 18–19 cm long. It weights 35-49 g.
The black-headed grosbeak is a migratory bird. It has nesting grounds from southwestern British Columbia, through the western half of the United States, into central Mexico. It occurs as an introduced species further south in Central America.
Images for kids
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The female of this species looks similar to the female of the rose-breasted grosbeak and is best separated on geographical range.
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The birdcall is just delightful. The chick sings to its mother, calling for food; seeds she has cracked open and shelled.
See also
In Spanish: Pheucticus melanocephalus para niños
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