Daurian Starling or Purple-backed Starling

“Significant numbers of Daurian Starling/Purple-backed Starling (Agropsar sturninus) seen in the early morning in flocks of 75-150.

“Mostly foraging in trees with lots of foliage and …

“…feeding on insects (including spiders) and caterpillars.

“Many young birds present.”

Dato’ Dr Amar-Singh HSS
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
20th December 2016

Location: Malim Nawar, Perak, Malaysia
Habitat: Ex-mining pools, fish farming, wetlands