Rosy Starling
Classification: Order: Passeriformes, Family: Sturnidae, Genus: Pastor, Species: Pastor roseus
Brief Description
A medium-sized passerine bird known for its striking pink and black coloration and highly social behavior, often seen in large, noisy flocks.
Additional Information
- Region of Origin: Central Asia and Southeast Europe
- Typical Sighting Period: Winter (during migration to the Indian subcontinent)
- Plumage Details: Adults have a distinctive pastel pink body contrasting with a black head, wings, and tail. They also feature a prominent shaggy crest on the head.
- Ecological Significance: Acts as a major biological pest control agent by consuming large quantities of locusts and grasshoppers, especially during the breeding season.
- Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN)
- Observation Tips: Look for large, swirling flocks near agricultural fields or open grasslands; they are frequently found perched on wires or high vantage points like the wooden pole in the image.