This is a male. Females are paler and grayer, lacking the iridescent gloss on the head. This species
is endemic to New Caledonia. Two subspecies are recognized of which this is the nominate characterized by its
shorter tail, less shiny head and paler female. Canon PowerShot SX60.References:
Craig, A. & Feare, C. (2019). Striated Starling (Aplonis striata). In: del Hoyo, J., Elliott, A., Sargatal, J., Christie, D.A. & de Juana, E. (eds.). Handbook of the Birds of the World Alive. Lynx Edicions, Barcelona. (retrieved from https://www.hbw.com/node/60841 on 3 December 2019).
Dutson, G. (2011) Birds of Melanesia, Christopher Helm, London.