Meves's Starling
Lamprotornis mevesii
The Meves's Starling (Lamprotornis mevesii) is a uncommon rhabdornis, starlings, and myna found in 8 countries, weighing about 64 g. Meves's starling, also Meves's glossy starling and Long-tailed starling, is a species of starling in the genus Lamprotornis.
About the Meves's Starling
Meves's starling, also Meves's glossy starling and Long-tailed starling, is a species of starling in the genus Lamprotornis. It is found in Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
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Where it lives
When to see it
The Meves's Starling can be seen all year round, with peak activity in September. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Meves's Starling look like?
- Meves's starling, also Meves's glossy starling and Long-tailed starling, is a species of starling in the genus Lamprotornis.
- How big is a Meves's Starling?
- The Meves's Starling is a medium sized bird weighing about 64 g.
- Where can you see a Meves's Starling?
- The Meves's Starling occurs in 8 countries, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia and Namibia.
- What birds look similar to a Meves's Starling?
- The Meves's Starling is most easily confused with the Long-tailed Glossy Starling, the Rüppell's Starling and the Splendid Starling.
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