About the Meves's Starling
The Meves's Starling (Lamprotornis mevesii) 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 megsta1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Lamprotornis mevesii |
| Species Codes | megsta1, MEST, MLTS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Meves's Starling belong to?
The Meves's Starling (Lamprotornis mevesii) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Meves's Starling?
The Meves'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 Meves's Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Meves's Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code megsta1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Starlings 125 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
125
Species in Family
1,182
iNat Observations
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