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Violet-backed Starling

Cinnyricinclus leucogaster

Taxonomy

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

About

The Violet-Backed Starling (Cinnyricinclus leucogaster), also known as the Plum-Colored Starling or Amethyst Starling, is a relatively small species of starling in the family Sturnidae. This strongly sexually dimorphic species is found widely in the woodlands and savannah forest edges of mainland sub-Saharan Africa. It is rarely seen on the ground, but instead commonly found in trees and other sources away from the ground.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Violet-backed Starling?
The scientific name of Violet-backed Starling is Cinnyricinclus leucogaster.
What is the conservation status of Violet-backed Starling?
The Violet-backed Starling has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Violet-backed Starling belong to?
Violet-backed Starling belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Violet-backed Starling belong to?
Violet-backed Starling belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Violet-backed Starling belong to?
Violet-backed Starling belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Violet-backed Starling belong to?
Violet-backed Starling belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Violet-backed Starling belong to?
Violet-backed Starling belongs to the family Sturnidae.
What genus does Violet-backed Starling belong to?
Violet-backed Starling belongs to the genus Cinnyricinclus.