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Birds
An introduced cavity nester that flocks in huge swirling murmurations in winter.
Field facts
HabitatCities, farms, feedlots
RangeStatewide
When to lookYear-round
StatusLeast Concern; introduced and invasive (Indiana DNR / IUCN Red List)
Look-alikesBlackbirds — longer tails
Field note: Starlings compete directly with bluebirds and woodpeckers for cavities.
Lesson
Watching responsibly
Do not remove native birds' nests to control starlings; use box hole sizing.
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