Starling (Sturnus vulgaris)

This bird is widely distributed being one of the commonest birds in the British Isles.

Life Cycle

Starlings usually nest in holes in buildings or trees. They also nest in caves or in climbing plants or even trees such as spruce.

Starlings that breed in the British Isles are resident throughout the year. Young birds not yet ready to breed stay with the large flocks during the winter. In summer they form their own small flocks whilst the adults are paired off for breeding.

Vast numbers of immigrant starlings arrive from the continent from the end of September and return mid March.

Starlings roost in woods, trees and large buildings and on the girders of bridges etc.

Most complaints about roosting starlings are made between October and March when the immigrant birds are present. In towns and cities starlings roost in trees or on the ledges and facades of buildings, causing fouling and nuisance due to their noise.

Control

Successful control of starlings requires a close understanding of the pest species, it's biology, lifestyle and habits.

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