Splendid Starling
Splendid Starling
100
4 months ago
door
jenny van Dorland
Points:
100
The Splendid Glossy Starling is a spectacularly colored African starling, boasting a combination of rich blue, green, and purple iridescence that truly lives up to its name. It often shows a yellowish eye.
Where to spot
Widespread across West and Central Africa, inhabiting a variety of habitats including rainforests, forest edges, savannas, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for its brilliant, multi-hued iridescence, particularly the purple on its crown and back, and green on its wings. Scan trees and open areas where they forage.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, especially in the morning and late afternoon. Resident and observable year-round.
Where to spot
Widespread across West and Central Africa, inhabiting a variety of habitats including rainforests, forest edges, savannas, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
Look for its brilliant, multi-hued iridescence, particularly the purple on its crown and back, and green on its wings. Scan trees and open areas where they forage.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, especially in the morning and late afternoon. Resident and observable year-round.
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Wikimedia Commons
These starlings are known to be quite vocal, producing a wide range of chattering, whistling, and mimicry calls.
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jenny van Dorland
4 months ago
Splendid Starling
Post Office Subward, Central Region
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