Stare

Adult Starlings used to be known as Stares. It was the juveniles which were called Starlings. By the 16th Century, they were all known as Starlings. They’re glorious amongst the Elderberries.

Starling - The Hall of Einar - photograph (c) David Bailey (not the)

The speckled breast is gorgeous amongst the deep purples and black of the berries.

Starling - The Hall of Einar - photograph (c) David Bailey (not the)

They’re agile flyers.

Starling - The Hall of Einar - photograph (c) David Bailey (not the)

And impressive when they flock.

Starling - The Hall of Einar - photograph (c) David Bailey (not the)

And a murmuration is one of the wonders of the natural world.

Starling - The Hall of Einar - photograph (c) David Bailey (not the)

Have you seen one?

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