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Rarotonga Starling

Aplonis cinerascens

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Aves (นก)
Order
Passeriformes (นกเกาะคอน)
Family
Sturnidae
Genus
Aplonis
Species
Aplonis cinerascens (Rarotonga Starling)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ラロトンガカラスモドキ
Chinese 庫克島輝椋鳥
Spanish Estornino de Rarotonga
French Stourne de Rarotonga
German Rarotongastar
Russian Раротонгский аплонис

Similar Species in Aplonis

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นกเอี้ยงดำปักษ์ใต้
Aplonis panayensis
Least Concern
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Long-tailed Starling
Aplonis magna
Least Concern
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Mountain Starling
Aplonis santovestris
Endangered
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Micronesian Starling
Aplonis opaca
Least Concern
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Violet-hooded Starling
Aplonis circumscripta
Near Threatened
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Moluccan Starling
Aplonis mysolensis
Least Concern
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Makira Starling
Aplonis dichroa
Least Concern
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Kosrae Starling
Aplonis corvina
Extinct
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rarotonga Starling?
The scientific name of Rarotonga Starling is Aplonis cinerascens. It belongs to the genus Aplonis.
What is the conservation status of Rarotonga Starling?
Rarotonga Starling (Aplonis cinerascens) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Rarotonga Starling live?
Rarotonga Starling is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Rarotonga Starling belong to?
Rarotonga Starling (Aplonis cinerascens) belongs to the genus Aplonis, which is part of the taxonomic family Sturnidae.
Is Rarotonga Starling endangered?
Yes, Rarotonga Starling (Aplonis cinerascens) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Rarotonga Starling belong to?
Rarotonga Starling (Aplonis cinerascens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Rarotonga Starling?
The closest relatives of Rarotonga Starling in the genus Aplonis include นกเอี้ยงดำปักษ์ใต้, Kosrae Starling, Long-tailed Starling, Makira Starling, Micronesian Starling.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Aplonis — 20 Species

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นกเอี้ยงดำปักษ์ใต้
Aplonis panayensis
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Kosrae Starling
Aplonis corvina
EX 🐾
Long-tailed Starling
Aplonis magna
LC 🐾
Makira Starling
Aplonis dichroa
LC 🐾
Micronesian Starling
Aplonis opaca
LC 🐾
Violet-hooded Starling
Aplonis circumscripta
NT 🐾
Moluccan Starling
Aplonis mysolensis
LC 🐾
Mountain Starling
Aplonis santovestris
EN 🐾
Norfolk Starling
Aplonis fusca
EX 🐾
Pohnpei Starling
Aplonis pelzelni
CR 🐾
Polynesian Starling
Aplonis tabuensis
LC
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Rarotonga Starling
Aplonis cinerascens
VU
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Rennell Starling
Aplonis insularis
LC 🐾
Metallic Starling
Aplonis metallica
LC 🐾
Rusty-winged Starling
Aplonis zelandica
NT 🐾
Short-tailed Starling
Aplonis minor
LC 🐾
Singing Starling
Aplonis cantoroides
LC 🐾
Striated Starling
Aplonis striata
LC 🐾
Mysterious Starling
Aplonis mavornata
EX 🐾
Tanimbar Starling
Aplonis crassa
NT
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