Metallic Starling

Aplonis Metallica Metallica
The metallic starling is similar in size and shape to the introduced and extremely invasive Eurasian starling, differing in plumage with green glossed black feathers.
They are native to New Guinea and other Australasian islands, reaching mainland northern Australia.
They nest and travel in enormous colonies making them important seed dispersers for various tropical plants.

Location at Palm Beach Zoo

  • Beuttenmuller Asian Aviary

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