About the Chestnut-winged Starling
The Chestnut-winged Starling (Onychognathus fulgidus) 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 chwsta1 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 fulgidus |
| Species Codes | chwsta1, CWST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-winged Starling belong to?
The Chestnut-winged Starling (Onychognathus fulgidus) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-winged Starling?
The Chestnut-winged 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 Chestnut-winged Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-winged Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chwsta1, or on iNaturalist.