Common/European Starling

Sturnus vulgaris

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Sturnidae

Size:

20-23 cm

Weight:

55-100 g

Taxonomy:

S. v. humii (W. E. Brooks, 1876)

Short Description:

The Common Starling, also known as the European Starling, is a medium-sized songbird with a glossy black plumage, iridescent purple and green sheen, and speckled white spots during breeding season. They have a short tail and a long, slender bill. In Pakistan, they are often seen in urban and suburban areas, parks, gardens, and agricultural fields.

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Common Starlings have a wide distribution across Pakistan, found in various regions including cities like Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and rural areas. They are commonly seen throughout the country, especially during the winter months when they migrate from colder regions.

These birds are highly social and often form large flocks, particularly during migration and roosting. They are opportunistic feeders, consuming a varied diet consisting of insects, fruits, seeds, and even garbage. Their adaptability allows them to thrive in diverse habitats, from urban landscapes to rural farmlands. They are known for their vocalizations, producing a variety of whistles, chirps, and mimicry of other bird species.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast