Greater Blue-eared Glossy Starling
Lamprotornis chalybaeus
Size: | Up to 22 cms long |
Habitat: | Open scrub and woodland |
Feeding: | Insects and berries |
The Greater Blue-eared Glossy Starling is a striking ground feeding bird which is often seen in large flocks.
Its plummage is irridescent blue/green with blue underparts. It has bright yellow/orange eyes. The sexes are similar.
These photos were taken in the Selous National Park, Tanzania.
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