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Rüppell's Starling

Lamprotornis purpuroptera

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Sturnidae ›Genus: Lamprotornis

About

Rüppell's starling (Lamprotornis purpuroptera), also known as Rueppell's glossy-starling or Rueppell's long-tailed starling, is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae. It is found in Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rüppell's Starling?
The scientific name of Rüppell's Starling is Lamprotornis purpuroptera.
What is the conservation status of Rüppell's Starling?
The Rüppell's Starling has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Rüppell's Starling belong to?
Rüppell's Starling belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Rüppell's Starling belong to?
Rüppell's Starling belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Rüppell's Starling belong to?
Rüppell's Starling belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Rüppell's Starling belong to?
Rüppell's Starling belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Rüppell's Starling belong to?
Rüppell's Starling belongs to the family Sturnidae.
What genus does Rüppell's Starling belong to?
Rüppell's Starling belongs to the genus Lamprotornis.