European starling
Sturnus vulgaris
Invasive summary
A cavity-nesting bird introduced to North America that thrives in urban and agricultural areas.
Known impacts
Competes with native cavity nesters, damages crops, and creates sanitation issues in large flocks.
Management notes
Use exclusion, habitat management, flock deterrence, and site-specific control where legal.
Native range
Europe and western Asia
Regions where reported
- CA - 40 public points
- MX - 40 public points
- US - 40 public points