Cape Glossy Starling song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Cape Glossy Starling, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

The song is a varied and often melodious mix of whistles, trills, clicks, and chattering notes. It can include mimicry of other bird species. Often delivered from a prominent perch.

Calls

Common calls include a harsh, grating 'churr' or 'kraak', a sharp 'tseep', and various chattering notes used for communication within flocks. Alarm calls are typically sharper and more insistent.

When they vocalize

Vocalizes throughout the day, particularly active in the early morning and late afternoon. Calls are more frequent during the breeding season.

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