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When to see Cape Glossy Starling in Rietvlei Nature Reserve
Cape Glossy Starling are most active during the day (06:00 to 18:00).
This is Cape Glossy Starling's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Rietvlei Nature Reserve, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
Where to look for Cape Glossy Starling in Rietvlei Nature Reserve: best roads
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Acacia Route, Vleiroete Road and Main Road run through open grassland: good country for Cape Glossy Starling.
- Acacia Route7.4 km · open grassland
- Vleiroete Road5.7 km · open grassland
- Main Road4.6 km · open grassland
Picked from habitat, not from sightings. opspoor shows where Cape Glossy Starling have actually been seen recently.
About the Cape Glossy Starling
The Cape glossy starling is a striking southern African starling with glossy dark blue-green plumage that can appear almost metallic in good light. It has a dark bill and legs and is commonly found in woodland, savanna, gardens and areas with scattered trees. It feeds mainly on fruit, berries and insects and is often encountered in pairs or small groups, although larger gatherings can occur around abundant food sources.
How to identify the Cape Glossy Starling
Medium-sized glossy starling with striking metallic blue-green plumage, a dark head and bright red or orange eyes. The wings and back can show purple or violet iridescence in good light.
Other species to look for in Rietvlei Nature Reserve
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