Superb Starling

Lamprotornis superbus

Not Evaluated
Data Deficient
Least Concern
Near Threatened
Vulnerable
Endangered
Critically Endangered
Extinct in the Wild
Extinct

The bold and bright Superb Starling is emblazoned with metallic blue hues across its wings, back and chest. A unique and distinctive bird, they are most comfortable around woodland and agricultural land. Unlike many species within the bird family, both male and female assume responsibility for the rearing and care of their young.

Native Range →	Eastern Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Sudan and Uganda
Natural Habitat →	Savanna, grassland, forest and shrubland
Diet →	Berries, seeds and insects
Life Expectancy →	Around 3 years in the wild. Unknown in zoos
Breeding →	4 eggs from a 14 day incubation period
Group Name →	Group
Active Hours →	During the day
Threats →	No major threats

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Fun fact

Superb Starlings may preferentially place their nests in Acacia trees defended by the most aggressive ant species, presumably because the ants help protect the nest from predators