Superb starling
Lamprotornis superbus
ok. 19 cmDorosły ptak
total length
total length
wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaMeasurement: side
- Mass
- approx. 65 gDorosłe osobniki
Superb starling — size comparison
The superb starling inhabits East African savannas, thorn scrub and fields. Its glossy blue-green back and breast are separated by a pale band from the reddish
Silhouette comparison
Length
wzdłuż osi ciała · od końca dzioba do końca ogonaReference values · details in the profiles
Total lengthScale in cm
05101520
approx. 19 cm
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Superb starling — size comparison — facts and sources
The superb starling inhabits East African savannas, thorn scrub and fields. Its glossy blue-green back and breast are separated by a pale band from the reddish belly. Metallic sheen depends on feather structure and changes with the light angle.
It collects insects, fruit and seeds in flocks. Birds communicate vocally and respond jointly to threats. Breeding may be cooperative: helpers from the group feed young alongside the parental pair. More than two adults may consequently attend one nest.