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Splendid Starling

Lamprotornis splendidus

Least Concern

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Splendid Starling (Lamprotornis splendidus) 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 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇧 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 splendidus (Splendid Starling)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese セイキテリムク
Chinese 光彩輝椋鳥
Spanish Estornino Espléndido
French Choucador splendide
German Prachtglanzstar
Portuguese melro-metálico-esplêndido
Russian Великолепный 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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Greater Blue-eared Starling
Lamprotornis chalybaeus
Least Concern
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Purple Starling
Lamprotornis purpureus
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 Splendid Starling?
The scientific name of Splendid Starling is Lamprotornis splendidus. It belongs to the genus Lamprotornis.
What is the conservation status of Splendid Starling?
Splendid Starling (Lamprotornis splendidus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Splendid Starling live?
Splendid Starling is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom.
What family does Splendid Starling belong to?
Splendid Starling (Lamprotornis splendidus) belongs to the genus Lamprotornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Sturnidae.
Is Splendid Starling endangered?
No, Splendid Starling (Lamprotornis splendidus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Splendid Starling belong to?
Splendid Starling (Lamprotornis splendidus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Splendid Starling?
The closest relatives of Splendid Starling in the genus Lamprotornis include Burchell's Starling, Cape Starling, Chestnut-bellied Starling, Greater Blue-eared Starling, Purple 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 🐾
Greater Blue-eared Starling
Lamprotornis chalybaeus
LC 🐾
Purple Starling
Lamprotornis purpureus
LC
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Splendid Starling
Lamprotornis splendidus
LC
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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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