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Sturnus vulgaris
It is 20 - 22 cm big bird. Wide variation in plumage. Both sexes are similar, although the female is less glossy than the male. They mainly feed on insect larvae but are opportunist feeders and will visit bird tables. They also like autum berries.
It is native to most of Eurasia, but in most of the Iberian Peninsula and north Africa only as winter guest. It has additionally been introduced to South Africa, North America, Australia and New Zealand.