Asian Glossy Starling
Aplonis panayensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.1 cm
Weight
55.25 g
Family
Sturnidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Asian Glossy Starling is a small, gregarious starling found in forests, mangroves, and urban areas across Southeast Asia and the Philippines. Weighing about 55g with a wingspan near 19.1cm, it has shimmering green-black plumage and a bright red eye. It moves in noisy flocks and feeds on fruit and small insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.1 cm | 7.5 in |
| Weight | 55.25 g | 1.95 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Aplonis |
| Species | Aplonis panayensis |
Distribution
Asian Glossy Starling has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Asian Glossy Starling endangered?
The Asian Glossy Starling has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Asian Glossy Starling nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Asian Glossy Starling?
The Asian Glossy Starling has a wingspan of 19.1 cm, weight of 55.25 g.
What order and family does the Asian Glossy Starling belong to?
The Asian Glossy Starling (Aplonis panayensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.
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