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Superb Starling

Lamprotornis superbus

Least Concern

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Superb Starling (Lamprotornis superbus) 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 Asia (Israel, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates) and Europe (6 countries).

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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 superbus (Superb Starling)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ツキノワテリムク
Chinese 栗头丽椋鸟
Spanish Estornino Soberbio
French Choucador superbe
German Dreifarben-Glanzstar
Portuguese melro-soberbo
Russian Трёхцветный спрео

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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Splendid Starling
Lamprotornis splendidus
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
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Native Range — 9 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 🐾
Splendid Starling
Lamprotornis splendidus
LC
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Superb Starling
Lamprotornis superbus
LC
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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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