Rüppell's (Long-tailed) Starling
Lamprotornis purpuroptera
Lamprotornis purpuroptera
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Rüppell's (Long-tailed) Starling Lamprotornis purpuroptera |
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Rüppell's starling is seen in northern and western Tanzania. Note the white eye and long graduated tail. The immature (slideshow #1 & 4) is browner and has dark eyes. The top trio was at Lake Baringo, courtesy of Isaac Kilusu. All other photos were taken in the Serengeti. The 2nd row is courtesy of Eric Simon; the 3rd row, courtesy of Kileo Kipanga; the left 5th row, courtesy of Paul Oliver and the left lower photo, courtesy of Tom Nicholls; click it to see 18 enlargements. |
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