About the Wattled Starling
The Wattled Starling (Creatophora cinerea) 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 watsta1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Creatophora cinerea |
| Species Codes | watsta1, WAST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wattled Starling belong to?
The Wattled Starling (Creatophora cinerea) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Wattled Starling?
The Wattled 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 Wattled Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Wattled Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code watsta1, 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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