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Sturnidae, songbird family, order Passeriformes, consisting of the starlings and mynahs, nearly 120 species of jaunty aggressive birds distributed worldwide. The oxpeckers were formerly considered members of the Sturnidae but are now in their own family, the Buphagidae. Members range in size from 16.5 to 42 cm (6.5 to 16.5 inches) long. They have slightly downcurved bills, long, pointed wings, and strong legs and feet. Starlings are typically dark coloured, often with metallic sheen. Some are crested or display wattles or bare patches of skin. They chatter continually while in flight and when roosting, often gathering in spectacular numbers. The ...(100 of 208 words)

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