Mauke Starling
Mauke Starling (<em>Aplonis mavornata</em>) is a species of Starlings, Rhabdornises (<em>Sturnidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Mauke Starling (Aplonis mavornata) is a species of Starlings, Rhabdornises (Sturnidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Aplonis; binomial: Aplonis mavornata; authority: Buller, 1887.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Pacific Ocean.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extinct in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Long known as "Mysterious Starling" until its geographic origin was finally determined (Olson 1986).
