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Common Starling by a Wooden Birdbath

A garden lawn features a common starling perched near a wooden birdbath built for backyard wildlife.

A common starling standing beside a wooden birdbath on a garden lawn.
Common Starling by a Wooden Birdbath
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Songbirds and Backyard Birdbaths

Starlings frequently visit garden lawns in search of insects, seeds, and fresh water. Wooden birdbaths provide shallow drinking basins elevated off the ground to keep birds safe from predators. Lush grass lawns attract these active birds during warmer months.

Characteristics of the Common Starling

Starlings are known for their iridescent plumage that shifts color depending on how light hits their feathers. In autumn, their dark feathers develop small white spots, giving them a starry appearance. They are also skilled mimics capable of copying calls from other bird species.

Real Colors of the Common Starling

  • Starling winter plumage: Glossy black feathers with white speckles
  • Summer bill color: Bright yellow in breeding season, darkening in winter
  • Wooden birdbath: Weathered gray or natural cedar brown
  • Starling legs: Reddish-brown or pinkish tone
Questions and answers

Questions and Answers About Starlings

Why do starlings gather in large flying groups?
Starlings form large flocks called murmurations to protect themselves from predatory birds and share warmth while flying together.
How do starlings change color between seasons?
New feathers grown in autumn have white tips that wear off by spring, revealing shiny black and purple plumage underneath.
Why do backyard birds need birdbaths?
Birds need water to drink and to splash away dust and parasites from their feathers, which keeps their plumage clean for flying.
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