The Red-winged Blackbird is the marshland’s loudmouth, flashing its fiery red-and-yellow shoulder patches while shouting a buzzy “conk-a-ree!” to anyone within earshot. Males aren’t shy—they puff, sing, and chase off rivals like little winged warriors guarding their cattail kingdoms. With drama, flair, and serious attitude, these birds rule the wetlands like feathered soap opera stars.