Glossy Starlings

Glossy Starlings are a collective term for several species of iridescent African starlings, and the birds at Zoo Miami in Richmond West live up to the name entirely. Their feathers shift between brilliant blues, greens, and purples depending on the angle of light — a quality that rewards visitors who slow down and take a close look. Smaller and less loudly celebrated than some of the park's megafauna, the glossy starlings are a delight for detail-oriented visitors and bird enthusiasts. Their vibrant plumage and lively movements make them one of the more photogenic birds in the Zoo Miami collection.