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The common starling or European starling (Sturnus vulgaris), also known simply as the starling in the British Isles, is a medium-sized passerine bird in the starling family, Sturnidae. It is about 20 cm (8 in) long and has glossy black plumage with a metallic sheen, which is speckled with white at some times of year.

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by marjorie1
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Uploaded Jul 12, 2017. Captured Jan 1, 2016 22:42 in 14 The Copse, Station Rd, Rossett, Wrexham LL12 0GD, UK.
  • FinePix S9400W S9450W
  • f/6.5
  • 1/512s
  • ISO1600
  • 129.5mm