Norfolk Starling (Aplonis fusca)
The Norfolk Starling, aka. Tasman Starling, was restricted to Norfolk Island.
The species reached a size of 20 cm; it was greyish brown colored, with the males having some metallic glossy green feathers on the head.
The Norfolk Starling disappeared due to a combination of several factors, including competition from introduced European Starlings and thrushes, overhunting and destruction of their habitats through agricultural clearings.
The species was apparently last seen in 1923.
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edited: 30.04.2021