About the Violet-backed Starling
The violet-backed starling, also known as the plum-coloured starling or amethyst starling, or Ndambamukula in the Venda language, is a relatively small species (17 cm) of starling in the family Sturnidae. It is the only member of the genus Cinnyricinclus. This strongly sexually dimorphic species is found widely in the woodlands and savannah forest edges of mainland sub-Saharan Africa. It is rarely seen on the ground, but instead found in trees and other locations away from the ground.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Cinnyricinclus leucogaster |
| Species Codes | vibsta2, VBST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Violet-backed Starling belong to?
The Violet-backed Starling (Cinnyricinclus leucogaster) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Violet-backed Starling?
The violet-backed starling, also known as the plum-coloured starling or amethyst starling, or Ndambamukula in the Venda language, is a relatively small species (17 cm) of starling in the family Sturnidae. It is the only member of the genus Cinnyricinclus. This strongly sexually dimorphic species is ...
Where can I report a Violet-backed Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Violet-backed Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vibsta2, or on iNaturalist.
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