Ashy Starling
Lamprotornis unicolor
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Least Concern
Envergure
24,6 cm
Poids
61,0 g
Famille
Sturnidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
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À propos
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 24,6 cm | 9.7 in |
| Poids | 61,0 g | 2.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Lamprotornis |
| Espèces | Lamprotornis unicolor |
Distribution
Ashy Starling has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux 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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