Black-Collared Starling
Gracupica nigricollis
Aves › Passeriformes › Sturnidae › Gracupica
Conservation status: least_concern
The black-collared starling is a species of starling with black and white plumage and a black collar. It is found in southern China and most of mainland Southeast Asia, and has been introduced to Taiwan, Malaysia and Singapore. Its habitats include grassland, dry forest and human settlements. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has assessed it as being of least concern.
How To Identify
It is a medium-sized starling with glossy plumage; males are easily identified by the distinct black patch (collar) contrasting against their otherwise dark brown or slate-grey feathers.
Habitat
They inhabit open woodlands, cultivated areas, parks, and gardens throughout Southeast Asia, preferring areas with scattered trees and human settlements.
Behaviour
These starlings are highly social and gregarious, often seen in large flocks that perform coordinated aerial displays and communicate through complex vocalizations while foraging on the ground.
Native Range
The Black-Collared Starling is native to southern China and most of mainland Southeast Asia.
Did You Know?
Black-collared Starlings are highly vocal birds that produce a remarkable variety of calls and songs, often mimicking other bird species and environmental sounds. They are also known for their striking iridescent plumage that shifts between purple, blue, and green in sunlight.
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