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When to see Violet backed Starling in Kruger National Park
Violet backed Starling are most active during the day (06:00 to 18:00).
This is Violet backed 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 Violet backed 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 Violet backed 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 Violet backed Starling
The violet-backed starling is a small, highly distinctive African starling in which males and females differ strongly in appearance. The male has a glossy violet or purple back with a dark head and wings, while the female is predominantly brown and streaked. It is primarily associated with woodland, savanna and forest edges and feeds on fruit, berries and insects. It is often encountered high in trees, especially where fruiting trees are available.
How to identify the Violet backed Starling
Small, sleek starling with a short tail and pointed bill. Males have a glossy violet-blue to purple head, back and breast contrasting sharply with a white belly and undertail. Females are predominantly brownish-grey above with a pale underside.
Other species to look for in Kruger National Park
Other parks where you can see Violet backed Starling
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