cteridae is a diverse family of birds found primarily in the Americas, encompassing oropendolas, caciques, grackles, cowbirds, and blackbirds. They exhibit a wide range of sizes, plumages, and social behaviors, though many species are known for their striking black, yellow, or orange coloration. Icterids are generally omnivorous, with diets consisting of insects, fruits, seeds, and nectar. Many species are highly vocal, producing complex songs and calls, and some, like cowbirds, are brood parasites, laying their eggs in the nests of other birds.