About the Bristle-crowned Starling
The Bristle-crowned Starling (Onychognathus salvadorii) 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 brcsta1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Onychognathus salvadorii |
| Species Codes | brcsta1, BCST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bristle-crowned Starling belong to?
The Bristle-crowned Starling (Onychognathus salvadorii) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bristle-crowned Starling?
The Bristle-crowned 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 Bristle-crowned Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Bristle-crowned Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brcsta1, or on iNaturalist.
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