though the females of the species are brown and are often described as drab, the male violet-backed starling has stunning plumage. the upperside of the bird’s body is an iridescent people that can present as either dark or purplish-pink depending on the light. the violet-backed starling is a relatively small species of starling and is native to africa.
the rainbow bee-eater is the only member of the bee-eater family found in australia. the species gains its name from their diet consisting of insects, with a fondness for bees and wasps. bee-eaters are immune to bee stings, but rub the stinger against a branch before they eat to remove the poison.
the cayuga duck is a domestic duck breed known for its metallic green plumage. cayuga ducks are believed to be descended from wild mallards who were selectively bred.
this is a silver laced polish chicken. this breed is known for being docile and friendly, though their extravagant feathers can cause vision problems. silver is one of many colors that polish chickens can be found in.
a white polish chicken. polish chickens are well-loved for their calm demeanors, but they do suffer from vision issues due to their feathers. they come in several different color variations.
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