Ashy Starling
Lamprotornis unicolor
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.6 cm
Weight
61.0 g
Family
Sturnidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Ashy Starling is a medium-sized starling endemic to Tanzania, found in dry acacia woodland and bushland. Weighing about 61g with a wingspan near 24.6cm, it has uniform grey-brown plumage lacking the iridescence typical of many starlings. It feeds on fruit and insects and often moves in small flocks.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.6 cm | 9.7 in |
| Weight | 61.0 g | 2.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Lamprotornis |
| Species | Lamprotornis unicolor |
Distribution
Ashy Starling has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ashy Starling endangered?
The Ashy Starling has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Ashy Starling?
The Ashy Starling has a wingspan of 24.6 cm, weight of 61.0 g.
What order and family does the Ashy Starling belong to?
The Ashy Starling (Lamprotornis unicolor) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.
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