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Purple Glossy Starling
Lamprotornis purpureus
1.31818, 103.707
Field Notes
Description:
The Purple Glossy Starling is a resident breeder in tropical Africa from Senegal and north Zaire east to Sudan and west Kenya. Like most starlings, it is fairly omnivorous, eating fruit and insects.
Habitat:
Savannah woodlands, especially with fruiting figs. Open woodland and cultivation. Occurs up to 1500m.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 7, 2012
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