European Starling

The European Starling – Insights and a day in the life

Did you know that the European Starling, Sturnus vulgaris (Linnaeus), is considered one of the world’s 100 worst invasive alien species? This adaptable bird has successfully established populations in North and South America, South Africa, Australia, and the Pacific Islands, after being intentionally introduced from its native Palearctic region. Its invasion success and widespread distribution…