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White-billed Starling

White-billed Starling

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The White-billed Starling is a distinctive starling characterized by its glossy black plumage and a prominent pale, often white, bill. It is endemic to West Africa.
Where to spot
Endemic to West Africa, found in forests, forest edges, and gallery forests, particularly in countries like Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Ivory Coast.
How to spot
Look for its contrasting pale bill and dark body, which make it stand out. Listen for its loud, melodious calls, which are quite characteristic. Often seen in pairs or small groups in the canopy.
When to spot
Active year-round. Best observed during daylight hours, especially when feeding on fruit, a primary component of its diet.
File:Luigi Balugani - Onychognathus albirostris (White Billed Starling) - B1977.14.8488(25) - Yale Center for British Art.jpg
File:Onychognathus albirostris 13345194.jpg
File:Luigi Balugani - Onychognathus albirostris (White Billed Starling) - B1977.14.8488(25) - Yale Center for British Art.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Onychognathus albirostris 13345194.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The stark white bill against its dark plumage makes it unique among other starlings in its range, serving as a key identification marker.
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