Nearly extinct, protected bird

The Bali Starling is a bird endemic to the island of Bali that has a distinctive white body with black wingtips and tail, and a bright blue skin patch around the eyes. This medium-sized bird has a long crest, a yellow beak, and blue skin on the legs, with males having a slightly longer crest than females. Physical characteristics Size: Body length about (25) cm with a weight of about (80) grams. Color: Almost the entire body is pure white. Wings and tail: Wingtips and tail are black. Crest: Has a long, drooping crest on the head. Males usually have a slightly longer crest than females. Beak: Yellow. Skin: Has bright blue skin around the eyes and on the legs. Classification and status Scientific name: Leucopsar rothschildi. Status: The Bali Starling is an endangered bird (critically endangered) and is protected due to habitat loss and illegal hunting. Habitat and behavior Habitat: Mainly found in the forests of western Bali. Behavior: These birds are monogamous, meaning they have one partner during a single breeding season. Diet: Bali starlings are omnivorous, eating insects, fruits, seeds, and flower nectar.