Ashy Starling
A species of Glossy Starlings and Allies Scientific name : Lamprotornis unicolor Genus : Glossy Starlings and Allies
Ashy Starling, A species of Glossy Starlings and Allies
Botanical name: Lamprotornis unicolor
Genus: Glossy Starlings and Allies
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Description
The ashy starling (Lamprotornis unicolor) is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae. It is found in Kenya and Tanzania. It is alternatively placed in the genus Cosmopsarus or Spreo. 
Size
30 cm
Feeding Habits
Ashy Starling's diet consists mainly of insects such as termites, grasshoppers, mantids, dragonflies, lacewings, and caterpillars. It also eats Cordia and Commiphora berries, and human-provided scraps like rice and porridge. Ashy Starling forages on the ground, typically in pairs or small flocks.
Habitat
The ashy Starling's natural habitat encompasses open dry woodlands and wooded grasslands. This species flourishes in regions characterized by a mix of trees and open areas, facilitating its foraging and nesting behaviors. These habitats are typically found in broad geographical regions where the environmental conditions favor the growth of sparse woodlands and semi-open grassy landscapes.
Dite type
Omnivorous
General Info
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
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