Sturnidae Collection (page 4)

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.