Sturnidae Collection (page 3)

Starling -Sturnus vulgaris- leaving its nesting hole in a Norway spruce -Picea abies-, Allgaeu, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Juvenile starlings -Stunus vulgaris- looking out of nesting hole, Allgaeu region, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Starling -Sturnus vulgaris- with beak full of food at the nesting hole, Allgaeu region, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Starling -Sturnus vulgaris-, removing old nesting material from nesting hole, Allgaeu region, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

European starling -Sturnus vulgaris-, perched on a fence post, Meldorfer Speicherkoog, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Cape Starling -Lamprotornis nitens-, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Cape Starling -Lamprotornis nitens- perched on a post, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Cape Starling -Lamprotornis nitens-, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Pale-winged Starling -Onychognathos nabouroup- perched on pole, Fishriver Canyon, Namibia

Pale-winged Starling -Onychognathus nabouroup-, Fish River Canyon, Namibia

Faroe Starlings -Sturnus vulgaris faroensis- perched a fence, Suouroy, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Starling -Sturnus vulgaris- standing beside a pond, Rhodopes, Bulgaria

Cape Starling -Lamprotornis nitens- sitting on a twig, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Starling -Sturnus vulgaris-, near Lake Federsee, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Greater blue-eared starling -Lamprotornis chalybaeus-, adult on tree, Kruger National Park, South Africa

Long-tailed Glossy Starling -Lamprotornis caudatus-, adult on tree, captive

Starling -Sturnus vulgaris- in the snow

Spotless Starling -Sturnus unicolor- standing on a stone, Exdremadura, Spain, Europe

Starling -Sturnus vulgaris-, adult in breeding plumage, preched on a tree, singing, Western Cape, South Africa

Black-collared Starling (Sturnus nigricollis) adult, walking on fishpond bank, Hong Kong, China, October

Red-billed Starling (Sturnus sericeus) flock, in flight, Mai Po Access Road, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, December

Bank Myna (Acridotheres ginginianus) adult, standing on ground, Keoladeo Ghana N. P
Bank Myna (Acridotheres ginginianus) adult, standing on ground, Keoladeo Ghana N.P. (Bharatpur), Rajasthan, India, February

Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) two adults, foraging for parasites on head of Wild Boar (Sus scrofa vittatus) adult, Taman Negara N.P. Titiwangsa Mountains, Malay Peninsula, Malaysia, February

Rose-coloured Starling (Pastor roseus) juvenile, vagrant perched on metal, Norfolk, England, October

Black-collared Starling (Sturnus nigricollis) adult, perched on twig (captive)

Long-tailed Myna (Mino kreffti) adult pair, perched in tree, Lelet Plateau, New Ireland, Bismarck Archipelago, Papua New Guinea, April

Skeleton of a Starling (Sturnidae), side view

Malabar mynah bird - side view

Rear view of a Common Starling on a wooden perch, with head in profile, showing the pale feather tips of winter plumage

Side view of a Superb Starling perched on a branch. The colours of the birds feathers range from black, blue, green through to orange and white

Side view of a Red-Winged Starling, perching on a thin branch and flappy its wings and showing its glossy plumage, chestnut primary feathers and broad, blunt-ended tail

Side view of a Hill Myna, perching on a branch, with head in profile, showing the bare yellow wattle, short, strong legs perching legs, and short tail

Side view of a White-Necked Myna southern subspecies with head in profile looking upwards, perching on a branch, showing its short, strong perching legs, long tail with tapering tip

Side view of a Black-Headed Starling in flight just after taking off from its perch on a thin branch

Pair of blue Glossy Starlings (Lamprotornis sp. ) facing each other, front view
Pair of blue Glossy Starlings (Lamprotornis sp.) facing each other, front view

Red-winged starlings (Onychognathus morio) female (foreground) and male (background). Photographed in the Cape are, South Africa

Fregilupus varius specimen collected in Reunion

Fregilupus varius, reunion starling
The reunion starling is an extinct bird native to the Mascarenes. It became extinct c. 1860

Sturnus vulgaris, starling

Sturnus vulgaris, European starling nest and eggs
Plate 2 from James Boltons third edition of Harmonia Ruralis: or an essay towards a natural history of British Song Birds, Vol.1, (1845)

Brahminy Starling (Sturnus pagodarum) adult, feeding on fruit in bush, Keoladeo Ghana N. P
Brahminy Starling (Sturnus pagodarum) adult, feeding on fruit in bush, Keoladeo Ghana N.P. (Bharatpur), Rajasthan, India, november

Chestnut-tailed Starling (Sturnia malabaricus malabaricus) adult, foraging on branch, Dibru-Saikhowa N. P
Chestnut-tailed Starling (Sturnia malabaricus malabaricus) adult, foraging on branch, Dibru-Saikhowa N.P. Assam, India, february

Bank Myna (Acridotheres ginginianus) adult, standing on railway track, Delhi, India, november

Red-billed Starling (Sturnus sericeus) adult, standing on algae covered mud, Mai Po Nature Reserve, Hong Kong, China, december

Cape Glossy Starling - widespread in western Angola and southern Africa - Mopani - Kruger National Park - South Africa
ASW-4844 Cape Glossy Starling - widespread in western Angola and southern Africa Mopani - Kruger National Park - South Africa Lamprotornis nitens Alan J. S

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The mesmerizing phenomenon of a starling murmuration is truly a sight to behold. Picture hundreds of thousands of Common starlings, known as Sturnus vulgaris, coming together in perfect harmony, creating breathtaking formations in the sky. It's nature's very own aerial ballet. In one instance, this magnificent flock finds itself pursued by a Peregrine falcon, showcasing the delicate balance between predator and prey. The agility and speed of both species are on full display as they engage in an exhilarating chase. But it's not just their synchronized flight that captivates us; these starlings also exhibit remarkable parenting skills. In an urban garden in Greater Manchester, UK, we witness a devoted Starling feeding its fledgling chicks with utmost care and tenderness. It serves as a reminder that even amidst concrete jungles, nature finds a way to thrive. As dawn breaks over the grassy landscape, another European Starling perches gracefully while singing its melodious tune. Its vibrant feathers glisten under the golden rays of sunlight—a true testament to the beauty found within our natural world. However, not all encounters are harmonious for these charismatic birds. A pair of Red-headed woodpeckers engages in fierce combat with an unsuspecting European Starling—nature's battles unfolding before our eyes. Before settling down for the night along Solway Firth's telephone wires pre-roosting spot, Common starlings gather en masse—an awe-inspiring spectacle against the backdrop of twilight hues. Back in Greater Manchester once more; we witness yet another heartwarming scene as a dedicated Starling continues to feed its fledglings—a tender moment captured through the lens. Even during winter months when most creatures seek shelter from cold winds and frosty landscapes, Common starlings continue to sing joyously under clear skies—a reminder that music knows no season or boundaries.