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When to see Greater Blue eared Starling in Kruger National Park
Greater Blue eared Starling are most active during the day (06:00 to 18:00).
This is Greater Blue eared Starling's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Kruger National Park, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
Where to look for Greater Blue eared Starling in Kruger National Park: best roads
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S21 N'watimhiri Road, S110 Matjulu Loop and H1-9 Pafuri Gate Road run through mixed bushveld: good country for Greater Blue eared Starling.
- S21 N'watimhiri Road27.3 km · mixed bushveld
- S110 Matjulu Loop24.4 km · mixed bushveld
- H1-9 Pafuri Gate Road22.2 km · mixed bushveld
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About the Greater Blue eared Starling
The greater blue-eared starling is a medium-sized African starling with glossy blue-green plumage, a distinctive blue ear patch and dark wings and tail. It is commonly found in woodland, savanna and areas with scattered trees. It feeds mainly on fruit, berries and insects and may forage both in trees and on the ground. It is a social species and is often encountered in pairs or groups, particularly around abundant food sources.
How to identify the Greater Blue eared Starling
Medium-sized glossy starling with bright blue-green to turquoise plumage, a dark blue or green head and vivid yellow eyes. The wings and body show strong iridescence in good light.
Other species to look for in Kruger National Park
Other parks where you can see Greater Blue eared Starling
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