Coleto
Sarcops calvus
The Coleto (Sarcops calvus) is a rare rhabdornis, starlings, and myna found in 2 countries, weighing about 142 g. The coleto is a starling species in the monotypic genus Sarcops.
About the Coleto
The coleto is a starling species in the monotypic genus Sarcops. It is endemic to the Philippines. Its natural habitats are tropical dry forest, tropical moist lowland forest, and tropical moist montane forest. In Filipino and Tagalog, this bird is known as kuling or koleto, while in Central Visayas, it is commonly known as the sal-ing.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Singapore.
When to see it
The Coleto can be seen all year round, with peak activity in March. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Coleto look like?
- The coleto is a starling species in the monotypic genus Sarcops.
- How big is a Coleto?
- The Coleto is a medium sized bird weighing about 142 g.
- Where can you see a Coleto?
- The Coleto occurs in 2 countries, including the Philippines.
- What birds look similar to a Coleto?
- The Coleto is most easily confused with the Daurian Starling, the Chestnut-bellied Starling and the Chestnut-cheeked Starling.
- Is the Coleto endangered?
- The Coleto is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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