The Dickcissel (Spiza americana) is a small, migratory bird known for its distinctive song and striking appearance, commonly found in the grasslands of North America. The male Dickcissel has a yellow breast with a bold black V-shaped throat patch and warm reddish-brown shoulders. Females are generally duller, lacking the throat patch and showing only a faint hint of yellow on the chest. It's compact and sparrow-like, with a robust, conical bill.