African Pied Starling

Lamprotornis bicolor

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Sturnidae

About

The pied starling or African pied starling is a bird endemic to South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini. It is common in most of its range, but largely absent from the arid northwest and the eastern lowlands of South Africa. It is found in open habitats such as grassland, karoo scrub, thornbush and agricultural land, and often associates with farm animals.

Fun Fact

There is a record of a nest being constructed in a wrecked ship 200 m (660 ft) from the shore.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in open habitats such as grassland, karoo scrub, thornbush and agricultural land, and often associates with farm animals.

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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