Superb Starling Lamprotornis (prev. Spreo) superbus

Superb Starling
Superb Starling Angry Bird
Both the English and scientific names of the Superb Starling refer to its beautiful plumage blending glossy metallic blue and turquoise with warm russet bordered with white and a black face.
Superb Starling
Superb Starling
Superb Starling
The adult's eyes have a white iris and black pupil. Male and female have similar plumage.
Superb Starling
Superb Starling
Superb Starling
It is native to East Africa.
Superb Starling
Superb Starling
Superb Starling
It is a good mimic of other birds' sounds.
Superb Starling white rump The white rump.
Superb Starling juvenile Juveniles have dark eyes and no white border.
Superb Starling One of the "glossy" starlings.