About the Waller's Starling
The Waller's Starling (Onychognathus walleri) is a species of bird in the Starlings family (Sturnidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 125 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code walsta1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Onychognathus walleri |
| Species Codes | walsta1, WAST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Waller's Starling belong to?
The Waller's Starling (Onychognathus walleri) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Waller's Starling?
The Waller's Starling is a member of the Starlings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Waller's Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Waller's Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code walsta1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Starlings 125 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
125
Species in Family
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