This starling looks like a piece of polished metal brought to life.
The Long-tailed Glossy Starling is a striking African bird known for its shimmering blue-green plumage and exceptionally long tail. Found across parts of eastern and central Africa, it moves through woodlands and savannas in pairs or small groups, feeding on fruits, seeds, and insects. When sunlight hits its feathers, the colors can shift dramatically, creating an almost metallic glow.
A living jewel of the African landscape, proving that nature doesn’t need precious stones when feathers can shine like them.
Long-tailed Glossy Starling 👇
