About the Rarotonga Starling
The Rarotonga Starling (Aplonis cinerascens) 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 rarsta1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Aplonis cinerascens |
| Species Codes | rarsta1, RAST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rarotonga Starling belong to?
The Rarotonga Starling (Aplonis cinerascens) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rarotonga Starling?
The Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Rarotonga Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rarsta1, 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
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