The Cowbird is a species of bird in the family Icteridae. It is also known as the American Blackbird, and is native to North and South America. The Cowbird is a brood parasite, meaning that it lays its eggs in the nests of other birds, such as the Oriole. The Oriole is a passerine bird in the family Icteridae, and is native to the Americas. It is a brightly colored bird, with a black head, yellow breast, and orange wings.