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Breeding adult © Matt Davis eBird S55226182 Macaulay Library ML 152576581
Nonbreeding adult/immature © Ryan Schain
Juvenile © Volker Hesse
Juvenile © Emily Turteltaub Nelson
Breeding adult © Josep del Hoyo
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Nonbreeding adult/immature © Ryan Schain
Nonbreeding adult © terence zahner
Flock © Christoph Moning

European Starling Sturnus vulgaris

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Stocky and dark overall with short tail and triangular wings. A close look reveals beautiful plumage: in breeding season, look for purple and green iridescence and a yellow bill. In winter, shows extensive white and buffy spots over the entire body. Juveniles are plain grayish-brown; note bill shape. Native to Eurasia; introduced extensively across the globe. Often abundant, gathering in large flocks in open agricultural areas and towns and cities. Makes a variety of squeaky vocalizations, and often mimics other species. Visits feeders, where it is often aggressive towards other birds.

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