Verwechslungsarten des Star

Key differences

The Spotless Starling is found in the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa. It is very similar to the Common Starling but lacks the white speckling in all plumages, appearing uniformly glossy black. Its song is also generally harsher and less varied.

Key differences

While superficially similar in color (male Blackbirds are all black), Blackbirds are larger, have a longer tail, a more upright posture, and a distinct orange-yellow bill and eye-ring (in males). Their flight is undulating, and their song is flutey and melodic, very different from the Starling's chattering and mimicry.

Key differences

Found in North America, the Common Grackle is larger than the Starling, with a longer tail and a more slender body. Its iridescence is typically more purplish-blue, and its eyes are pale yellow. Its calls are harsh and unmusical, lacking the Starling's mimicry.