Cape Starling
Lamprotornis nitens
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Sturnidae
About
The Cape starling, also known as red-shouldered glossy-starling or Cape glossy starling, is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae. It is found in Southern Africa, where it lives in woodlands, bushveld and in suburbs.
Fun Fact
Two subspecies are recognised, but not by all authors.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occur in open woodland, plantations, savannah, bushveld, rough grassland, parks and gardens and is quite numerous in the central Kalahari where isolated trees occur.
Diet
Feeds on ectoparasites that it picks off the backs of animals and it sometimes visits bird tables for scraps.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance