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Long-tailed Glossy Starling

Long-tailed Glossy Starling

Scientific Name: Lamprotornis caudatus

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This species nests in tree cavities and typically lays between two and five eggs. 
It has long, purple tail feathers that can grow to 34 cm in length. 
Their vocalizations are loud and complex, consisting of a mix of rattles, scratches, and piercing whistles.

Natural Habitat

Found across tropical Africa, ranging from Senegal to Sudan, where it typically inhabits open woodlands and cultivated areas.

Diet

Fruits and insects.

Close view of a Long-Tailed Glossy Starling at Paultons Park showing detailed iridescent feathers
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