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Africa
Patagonian Starling
Acridotheres javanicus
About this species
Bird-watchers in Africa often spot the Patagonian Starling in forest settings. This Sturnidae species is classified as Endangered by the IUCN.
The Patagonian Starling is part of the order Passeriformes and the Sturnidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Endangered, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Sturnidae family and Passeriformes order.