Rüppell's (Long-tailed) Starling
Lamprotornis purpuroptera
Lamprotornis purpuroptera
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Rüppell's (Long-tailed) Starling Lamprotornis purpuroptera |
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Rüppell's starling, also called Rüppell's long-tailed or glossy starling, is seen in northern and western Tanzania. Note the white eye and long graduated tail. The immature (slideshow #1 & 4) is browner and has dark eyes. All of these photos were taken in the Serengeti. The top photo is courtesy of Eric Simon; the 2nd row, courtesy of Kileo Kipanga. The left 3rd row photo is courtesy of Paul Oliver and the left lower photo is courtesy of Tom Nicholls; click it to see 18 enlargements. |
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