Narrow-tailed Starling
Narrow-tailed Starling
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The Narrow-tailed Starling is a sleek, dark starling species from Africa, noted for its relatively long, tapered tail. Its plumage has a subtle glossy sheen.
Where to spot
Distributed across West and Central Africa, inhabiting various forest types, including lowland rainforests, gallery forests, and mature secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its dark, glossy appearance and, importantly, its long, narrow tail. Scan the forest canopy and mid-story. Listen for its high-pitched calls.
When to spot
Most active during the early morning and late afternoon. Can be observed year-round in its forest habitat.
Where to spot
Distributed across West and Central Africa, inhabiting various forest types, including lowland rainforests, gallery forests, and mature secondary growth.
How to spot
Look for its dark, glossy appearance and, importantly, its long, narrow tail. Scan the forest canopy and mid-story. Listen for its high-pitched calls.
When to spot
Most active during the early morning and late afternoon. Can be observed year-round in its forest habitat.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This starling is highly arboreal, spending most of its time in the forest canopy where it forages for fruits and insects, often hanging acrobatically from branches.
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