About the Abbott's Starling
The Abbott's Starling (Arizelopsar femoralis) is a species of bird in the Starlings family (Sturnidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 125 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code abbsta2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Arizelopsar femoralis |
| Species Codes | abbsta2, ABST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Abbott's Starling belong to?
The Abbott's Starling (Arizelopsar femoralis) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Abbott's Starling?
The Abbott's Starling is a member of the Starlings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Abbott's Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Abbott's Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code abbsta2, or on iNaturalist.