| GOLDEN BREASTED STARLING |
Cosmopsarus regius |
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Range:
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Northeastern Africa |
 Golden-Breasted Starlings are incredibly beautiful birds. Their feathers are metallic green on their backs, bright yellow/gold stomachs, and metallic violet on their wings. The young tend to be dull and grow more vibrant with age. They are very social and live in family groups of 3-12 birds.These birds tend to build their nests in tree holes.
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| Habitat: |
Grasslands and savannas |
| Diet: |
Insects and termites |
| Status: |
Least Concern (IUCN) |
| Approximate Dimensions of Adult: |
Length: 12-15 inches
Weight: 45-56 grams |
| Lifespan: |
Up to 2 years. |
| Reproduction & Offspring: |
3-5 eggsare laid at a time. 11-13 day incubation period. |
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