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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Sturnidae

Bristle-crowned Starling

Onychognathus salvadorii

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
160 g
Diet
Fruit
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 100

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 100).

DEF 63

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 63).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

A playable recording is not currently available for this species.

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: Central Ethiopia to Northeastern Uganda & Central Kenya and Central Somalia Habitat: Rocky slopes & Alpine

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Onychognathus salvadorii

Which family does it belong to?

Starlings, Rhabdornises (Sturnidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: Central Ethiopia to Northeastern Uganda & Central Kenya and Central Somalia

Sources & credits

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