Sturnus Vulgaris Collection

Starling murmuration, hundreds of thousands of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) gather in the skies near their night time roost. Gretna Green, Scotland, January

Starling murmuration
Large common starling (Sturnus vulgaris) murmuration in the evening before roosting. Photographed near Yeruham, Negev, Israel

Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris) murmuration, flock pursued by Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) before landing at winter roost. The Netherlands. February 2020

European starling flock. Flock of european starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) being chased by a hawk. The formation of large wheeling flocks, which can contain thousands of individuals

European starling flock
European starling (Sturnus vulgaris) flock. These dense flocks of European starlings, which can contain thousands of individuals, are most often seen at twilight. Photographed in Rome, Italy

European starling flock (Sturnus vulgaris). These birds gather together in large flocks at dusk to roost. Photographed in Sedgemoor, Somerset, England, UK, in December

Murmuration of Common starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) with Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) hunting them, The Netherlands, November

European Starling or Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris), adult

Starlings Sturnus vulgaris in garden Kent winter

Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris) flocking prior to roosting, Scotland, January 2009

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Starlings flocks Common Starlings flock in flight / murmuration next to a wind turbine Germany Date:

Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) flock on telegraph wires, Islay, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) feeding fledgling chicks in urban garden. Greater Manchester, UK. May

The Common Starling, Sturnus vulgaris is flying with some insect to feed its chick, the young bird is opening its beak to be feeded, pretty golden light, green background . Petr Simon

Two starlings, 1765-1873. Creator: Cornelis van Hardenbergh
Two starlings, 1765-1873

Creatophora cinerea (Wattled starling), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Creatophora cinerea (Wattled starling), 1777-1786

Wattled starling (Creatophora cinerea): a female, 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Wattled starling (Creatophora cinerea): a female, 1777-1786. Bird studies: Lelchreeuw (Creatophora Cinerea): a female

Creatophora cinerea (Wattled starling), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Creatophora cinerea (Wattled starling), 1777-1786

Onychognathus morio (Red-winged starling), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Onychognathus morio (Red-winged starling), 1777-1786

Creatophora cinerea (Wattled starling), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Creatophora cinerea (Wattled starling), 1777-1786

Cape Birds, 1786-1787. Creator: Jan Brandes
Cape Birds, 1786-1787. Four birds that occur on Cape of Good Hope. Two canaries, a siskin and a starling, actual size

Starling, between 1200 and 1300. Creator: Unknown
Starling, between 1200 and 1300

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate I, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate I, c. 1575/1580

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXV, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXV, c. 1575/1580

Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris) singing in winter sunshine. Longframlington, Northumberland, England, UK. February

European starling (Sturnus vulgaris) singing perched on the grass. London, England, UK, March

Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) murmuration at sunset, West Pier, Brighton, England, UK

Red-headed woodpeckers (Melanerpes erythrocephalus), pair fighting with European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) that is trying to take over the woodpeckers nest hole, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

Eggs of European birds, lithograph, published in 1897
Eggs of European birds: 1) Kingfisher; 2) Bee-eater; 3) Black woodpecker; 4) Lesser spotted woodpecker; 5) Roller; 6) Eagle-owl; 7) Long-eared owl; 8) Scops owl; 9) Pygmy owl; 10) Tawny owl; 11

Common starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) gathering on telephone wires pre-roost, Solway Firth, Scotland, UK, November. 2020VISION Book Plate

RF - Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) feeding fledgling chicks in urban garden. Greater Manchester, UK. May

Flock of Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) gathering before landing at winter roost, Salisbury Plain, Wiltshire, UK, January

A flock of Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) flying in front of the Blackpool Tower, England, UK, September 2010

Common Starling, sitting in flowering cherry tree, Hessen, Germany Date: 19-Apr-19

Common Starling, perched on feeding station in autumn, Hessen, Germany Date: 24-Nov-19

Common Starling, close - up study showing the iridescence on feathers on a adult birds wing, Hessen, Germany
Common Starling, close - up study showing the iridescence on feathers on a adult birds&, x2019; wing, Hessen, Germany Common Starling

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Starlings - flock /murmuration flying at twilight in autumn, North Hessen, Germany Date: 11-Feb-19

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Starlings - flock /murmuration flying at twilight in autumn, North Hessen, Germany Date: 11-Feb-19

Starling (Sturnus vulgaris), eating fruit of Japanese Persimmon (Diospyros kaki), Provence, France

Common starling singing (Sturnus vulgaris) Finland May

Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris) adult with insect food arriving at nestbox to feed chicks, Hope Farm RSPB Reserve, Cambridgeshire, England, UK, May

Carrion Crow (Corvus corone) encircled by flock of Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) resting on the beach in Blackpool, England, October

Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) murmuration / mass gathering at winter roost, Salisbury Plain, Wiltshire, UK January

Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) sitting on blackthorn eating sloes, Warwickshire, England, UK, November

Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris) flock at dusk engaging in pre-roost display, Dumfries-shire, Scotland, March

Common starling (Sturnus vulgaris) flock flying towards their night time roost, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK

A murmuration of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) coming in to roost at Shapwick, Somerset Levels, Somerset, England, UK

Common starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) large murmuration gathering before landing at winter roost, The Netherlands. Vogelwarte Photo Competition 2022 - Emotion category - Finalist

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"Mesmerizing Starling Murmurations: Witness the Spectacle of Sturnus Vulgaris" Prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking phenomenon known as starling murmuration, where hundreds of thousands of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) come together in a mesmerizing display. These European starlings flock together in perfect harmony, creating awe-inspiring patterns that seem almost choreographed. In this remarkable image captured (Picture No. 11808761), witness a magnificent murmuration of Common starlings accompanied by a majestic Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus). As if engaged in an exhilarating chase, the falcon pursues the flock with unmatched agility and speed. The European Starling or Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) is truly a sight to behold. With its glossy black plumage adorned with iridescent speckles, it stands out against any backdrop. This adult specimen showcases its striking features against the wintry landscape of Kent's garden. During winter months in Scotland, these social birds gather en masse before roosting. The sky becomes their canvas as they create intricate formations while preparing for rest, and is during these moments that one can truly appreciate nature's artistry at its finest. Perched gracefully on telegraph wires on Islay Island, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe - another captivating scene unfolds as countless starlings congregate closely together. Their synchronized movements resemble an aerial ballet that leaves spectators spellbound. Starling murmurations are not only visually stunning but also serve important purposes within their communities. By flocking together so tightly and moving fluidly as one entity, they confuse predators like Peregrine falcons and other birds of prey who find it challenging to single out individual targets amidst such vast numbers.