About the Narrow-tailed Starling
The Narrow-tailed Starling (Poeoptera lugubris) 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 natsta1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Poeoptera lugubris |
| Species Codes | natsta1, NTST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Narrow-tailed Starling belong to?
The Narrow-tailed Starling (Poeoptera lugubris) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Narrow-tailed Starling?
The Narrow-tailed 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 Narrow-tailed Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Narrow-tailed Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code natsta1, or on iNaturalist.