About the Splendid Starling
The splendid starling, also known as the splendid glossy-starling, is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Lamprotornis splendidus |
| Species Codes | spgsta1, SPST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Splendid Starling belong to?
The Splendid Starling (Lamprotornis splendidus) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Splendid Starling?
The splendid starling, also known as the splendid glossy-starling, is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae....
Where can I report a Splendid Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Splendid Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spgsta1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
125
Species in Family
443
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