Asian glossy starling facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Asian glossy starling |
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Aplonis
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panayensis
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The Asian glossy starling (Aplonis panayensis) is a cool bird that belongs to the starling family. You can find these birds in many parts of Asia, like Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore. They are known for their shiny, dark feathers that look almost metallic!
These starlings are very social birds. They often fly around in huge groups, making them one of the loudest bird species around. In the Philippines, people have special names for them, like kulansiyang, galansiyang, or kuling-dagat.
About the Asian Glossy Starling
The Asian glossy starling is a medium-sized bird with a sleek body and a short tail. Its feathers are usually a dark, glossy green or purple, which shines beautifully in the sunlight. This is how it got the name "glossy"! Young starlings look a bit different, often having lighter, streaky feathers until they grow up.
Where They Live
These birds love warm places. Their natural homes are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and mangrove forests, which are forests that grow in salty water near the coast. But they are also very good at living near people! You can see lots of Asian glossy starlings in towns and cities. They often make their homes in empty buildings or tall trees.
Their Family Tree
Just like people have different families, birds can have different types within the same species. These are called subspecies. The Asian glossy starling has several subspecies, which are slightly different versions of the bird found in various locations. For example, one type lives in northeastern India, while another lives in the Philippines. These small differences help scientists understand how birds adapt to different environments.
Images for kids
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An Asian glossy starling eating something tasty.
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Asian glossy starling
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A young Asian glossy starling
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An Asian glossy starling in Malaysia
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Another view of an Asian glossy starling in Malaysia
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A young and an adult Asian glossy starling together
