White-cheeked Starling
White-cheeked Starling (<em>Spodiopsar cineraceus</em>) is a species of Starlings, Rhabdornises (<em>Sturnidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
White-cheeked Starling (Spodiopsar cineraceus) is a species of Starlings, Rhabdornises (Sturnidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A gray-brown starling with white cheek patches and a black cap; gathers in large flocks in winter on farmland and urban trees; feeds on insects and berries.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Spodiopsar; binomial: Spodiopsar cineraceus; authority: (Temminck, 1835). Typical size: 22-24cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: se China.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
