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Hoopoe Starling
Fregilupus varius
Hoopoe Starling (Fregilupus varius) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Hoopoe Starling (Fregilupus varius) is a member of the Sturnidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Sturnidae Starlings, Rhabdornises
- Genus Fregilupus
- Species varius
Quick facts
- Family
- Sturnidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Hoopoe Starling (Fregilupus varius) is a member of the Sturnidae family, within the order Passeriformes. Its range spans Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers IO Réunion (w Mascarenes).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Hoopoe Starling live?
The Hoopoe Starling is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering IO Réunion (w Mascarenes).
What family does the Hoopoe Starling belong to?
The Hoopoe Starling (Fregilupus varius) belongs to the Sturnidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Hoopoe Starling endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
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