The humble starling, once reviled and celebrated in equal measure, has conquered the world with its impressive aerial displays. Native to Europe and western Asia, it was introduced to other parts of the globe, including Australia, New Zealand, and North America. While admired for its mimicry skills and acrobatic flight, the starling is also criticized for its negative impact on native bird species.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/19/bird-table-starling-conquered-world-songbird