hildebrant’s starling is a species of starling native to east africa, known for the glossy iridescent plumage found in both the male and female.
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Tag: sturnidae
the violet-backed starling is a member of the starling family, native to africa. males’ uppersides are iridescent, displaying as deep purple or pinkish purple depending on the light.
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a male violet-backed starling perches on a flower. violet-backed starlings are known for their iridescent plumage, seen only in the male.
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bird of the day: golden-breasted starling
the golden-breasted starling is a medium-sized member of the starling family, native to east africa.
the golden-breasted starling is well known for its unusual plumage. this bird has a bright yellow breast and underside, with a metallic purple back and wings and shiny green head. the sexes are identical, but juveniles have a duller coloration.
the golden-breasted starling is mainly insectivorous, but occasionally feeds on fruit. they have been observed both catching insects out of the air and digging in termite nests.
golden-breasted starlings live in small flocks consisting of 3-12 individuals. they display somewhat unusual nesting behavior – all members of the family unit assist with raising the young, doing tasks such as gathering nesting material and feeding the chicks.
golden-breasted starlings are widespread throughout their range and are currently rated ‘least concern’ by the iucn.
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