Ornithological Survey

Common Name: European Starling

Scientific Name (Genus-species): Sturnus vulgaris

Length (bill-tail): 8 1/2"

Identifying Chacteristics: yellow bill, iridescent blue-black head, white spotted body feathers

Agressive towards other species, usually in pairs

Habitat: open forests

Seasonal - 1st seen: early March; last seen:

 

 

 

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