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Greater Blue-eared Starling

Lamprotornis chalybaeus

Least Concern

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Greater Blue-eared Starling (Lamprotornis chalybaeus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Aves (นก)
Order
Passeriformes (นกเกาะคอน)
Family
Sturnidae
Genus
Lamprotornis
Species
Lamprotornis chalybaeus (Greater Blue-eared Starling)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese セイキムクドリ
Chinese 大藍耳輝椋鳥
Spanish Estornino Orejiazul
French Choucador à oreillons bleus
German Grünschwanz-Glanzstar
Portuguese estorninho-grande-d'orelha-azul
Russian Стальной блестящий скворец

Similar Species in Lamprotornis

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Cape Starling
Lamprotornis nitens
Least Concern
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Chestnut-bellied Starling
Lamprotornis pulcher
Least Concern
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Purple Starling
Lamprotornis purpureus
Least Concern
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Splendid Starling
Lamprotornis splendidus
Least Concern
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Superb Starling
Lamprotornis superbus
Least Concern
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Golden-breasted Starling
Lamprotornis regius
Least Concern
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Hildebrandt's Starling
Lamprotornis hildebrandti
Least Concern
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Burchell's Starling
Lamprotornis australis
Least Concern
View all species in Lamprotornis →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greater Blue-eared Starling?
The scientific name of Greater Blue-eared Starling is Lamprotornis chalybaeus. It belongs to the genus Lamprotornis.
What is the conservation status of Greater Blue-eared Starling?
Greater Blue-eared Starling (Lamprotornis chalybaeus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Greater Blue-eared Starling live?
Greater Blue-eared Starling is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, United Kingdom.
What family does Greater Blue-eared Starling belong to?
Greater Blue-eared Starling (Lamprotornis chalybaeus) belongs to the genus Lamprotornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Sturnidae.
Is Greater Blue-eared Starling endangered?
No, Greater Blue-eared Starling (Lamprotornis chalybaeus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Greater Blue-eared Starling belong to?
Greater Blue-eared Starling (Lamprotornis chalybaeus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Greater Blue-eared Starling?
The closest relatives of Greater Blue-eared Starling in the genus Lamprotornis include Burchell's Starling, Cape Starling, Chestnut-bellied Starling, Purple Starling, Splendid Starling.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Lamprotornis — 20 Species

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Burchell's Starling
Lamprotornis australis
LC 🐾
Cape Starling
Lamprotornis nitens
LC 🐾
Chestnut-bellied Starling
Lamprotornis pulcher
LC
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Greater Blue-eared Starling
Lamprotornis chalybaeus
LC
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Purple Starling
Lamprotornis purpureus
LC 🐾
Splendid Starling
Lamprotornis splendidus
LC 🐾
Superb Starling
Lamprotornis superbus
LC 🐾
Golden-breasted Starling
Lamprotornis regius
LC 🐾
Hildebrandt's Starling
Lamprotornis hildebrandti
LC 🐾
Lesser Blue-eared Starling
Lamprotornis chloropterus
LC 🐾
Long-tailed Glossy Starling
Lamprotornis caudatus
LC 🐾
Meves's Starling
Lamprotornis mevesii
LC 🐾
Principe Starling
Lamprotornis ornatus
LC 🐾
Bronze-tailed Starling
Lamprotornis chalcurus
LC 🐾
Rüppell's Starling
Lamprotornis purpuroptera
LC 🐾
Sharp-tailed Starling
Lamprotornis acuticaudus
LC 🐾
Shelley's Starling
Lamprotornis shelleyi
LC 🐾
White-crowned Starling
Lamprotornis albicapillus
LC 🐾
Ashy Starling
Lamprotornis unicolor
LC 🐾
African Pied Starling
Lamprotornis bicolor
LC
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