Starling - Wikipedia
WebStarlings are small to medium-sized passerine birds in the family Sturnidae, common name of Sturnid. The Sturnidae are named for the genus Sturnus, which in turn comes from the Latin word for starling, sturnus. The family contains 128 …
European Starling Identification - All About Birds
WebNative to Europe, but introduced into New York's Central Park in the late 1890s, European Starling is one of North America's most common birds, with an estimated 200 million individuals.
European Starling | Audubon Field Guide
WebOften regarded as a pest, the Starling wins our grudging admiration for its adaptability, toughness, and seeming intelligence. Brought to North America in 1890, it has spread to occupy most of the continent, and is now abundant in many areas.
European Starling - All About Birds
WebFirst brought to North America by Shakespeare enthusiasts in the nineteenth century, European Starlings are now among the continent’s most numerous songbirds. They are stocky black birds with short tails, triangular wings, and long, pointed bills.
Common starling - Wikipedia
WebThe common starling (Sturnus vulgaris), also known as the European starling in North America and simply as the starling in Great Britain and Ireland, is a medium-sized passerine bird in the starling family, Sturnidae.
Starling | Description, Introduction, & Facts | Britannica
WebMar 14, 2024 · starling, any of a number of birds composing most of the family Sturnidae (order Passeriformes), especially the common, or European, starling (Sturnus vulgaris), a 20-cm (8-inch) chunky iridescent black bird with a long sharp bill. It was introduced from Europe and Asia to most parts of the world.
Common starling | Diet, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
WebApr 12, 2024 · common starling, (Sturnus vulgaris), species of bird in the starling family, Sturnidae, and the order Passeriformes native to Europe and parts of the Middle East, Central Asia, and North Africa.
Starling Bird Facts (Sturnus vulgaris) | Birdfact
WebThe European starling (Sturnus vulgaris) is a ubiquitous bird of suburban and rural landscapes across the United States and in its native European, Asian,…
European Starling Life History - All About Birds
WebFirst brought to North America by Shakespeare enthusiasts in the nineteenth century, European Starlings are now among the continent’s most numerous songbirds. They are stocky black birds with short tails, triangular wings, and long, pointed bills.
Starling - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
WebStarlings are a large group of birds in the Sturnidae family. While there is a large variety of starling species, from myna birds to glossy starlings, this article will focus on the largely destructive and invasive European starling. People also call this species the “common starling” or simply “starling,” depending on who you ask.
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