Although seen in their millions in the spectacular winter aerial displays, starlings have suffered a dramatic population crash in recent years. Once a common sight in both urban and rural areas of Britain, starling numbers have dropped by a staggering 92% in woodlands.

These beautiful and comical birds emit a variety of chuckles and whistles along with numerous imitations of other birdsongs. From a distance they look a dull black but up close the myriad of colours in their feathers becomes visible.

Did you know?
Although commonly used to describe the aerial display, the 'murmuration' originally referred to the sound of wings rippling through the flock.


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