Increase and expansion of the breeding population of Spotless Starling Sturnus unicolor in Menorca

Spotless Starling Sturnus vulgaris colony in Menorca © Menorca Walking Birds

The first observations of breeding in Menorca of Spotless Starling Sturnus unicolor date from 1998, when a small colony of 6-8 couples was found at a warehouse of the Ciutadella circle. This colony has been maintained and to date four more colonies have been located in the town. More recently it has also been discovered another small colony in Mercadal, a town in the center of the island, and last year a breeding pair in the sea cliffs of Cala Galdana. Its population has increased exponentially, having observations of Ciutadella colonies of more than 90 individuals.