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Common Starling

Sturnus vulgaris

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Description:

Adults are glossed black with greenish to purple shine. Spots over plumage visible at times. Brown stripes on wings and tail.

Habitat:

Perching on fence near lagoon.

Notes:

This is one of a small flock of Starlings that spend hours near the bay. I have noticed a Starling eating ripe salmon berries. Often the Starlings forage along the beach and in the kelp beds left exposed by low tides.

Reference Links:

Common Starling, Starlings - Living with Wildlife | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

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Comments (1)
AngelinoTuksar
I love common birds. They feel close. The extravagant looking ones are only for admiration from afar :)

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PublishedJune 26, 2013

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