Red-billed Starling song and calls

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

Song

The song is a varied and melodious series of whistles, warbles, and chattering notes, often interspersed with mimicry of other bird species. It can be quite complex and musical.

Calls

Common calls include a harsh, grating 'churr' or 'kraa', a sharp 'chip', and various whistling notes used for contact or alarm. They are generally quite vocal.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season, but calls can be heard year-round, especially at dawn and dusk from roosting sites.

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