Brahminy Starling
NameBrahminy Starling
Common NameBrahminy Starling
Scientific NameSturnia pagodarum
FamilySturnidae
Wingspan (cm)34
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)47
Plumage DetailsThe head features a glossy black cap and a prominent, shaggy black crest. The neck and breast are creamy-buff, often with fine streaking. The back, wings, and belly are pale grey. The primary feathers are darker, and the tail is dark with white tips on the outer feathers. The bill is yellow with a blue base, and the legs are yellowish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of chattering, whistling, and squeaky calls. They can also mimic other birds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Indian subcontinent, including India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Identifying Featuresblack crest, pale grey body, creamy-buff neck and breast, yellow bill with blue base
Description
This attractive starling is characterized by its prominent black crest, pale grey body, and creamy-buff neck and breast. It is often seen foraging on the ground in open habitats, displaying a lively and social demeanor.
