Mysterious Starling

Mysterious Starling

Mystery surrounded the Mysterious Starling for over 100 years, scientists being unsure as to where a stuffed bird in a museum had come from.

The bird was finally tracked down to Mauke Island and a record made by a sea captain who recorded seeing the bird (and bringing it home) in 1825. On Infinity, the Mysterious Starling has taken its name to heart being both mysterious by name and by nature.

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Story Role

Whisper is a sleek black starling with shimmering feathers that change colour in the light. Calm and observant, Whisper notices details that others miss.

Unlike louder characters on Infinity, Whisper speaks softly and carefully. She helps Rockford adjust to life on Infinity.

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Cause of Extinction

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Extinction Status Date: Last known specimen collected in 1825 on Mauke, Cook Islands.
A mystery.
Species
Mysterious Starling
Scientific Name
Aplonis mavornata
Status Type
Extinct - Known to Science
Extinction Date
Last known specimen collected in 1825 on Mauke, Cook Islands.
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Did You Know?

1

Starlings create murmurations. Huge swirling flocks move together in extraordinary patterns across the sky.

2

They are talented mimics. Starlings can copy sounds including alarms, phones and human speech.

3

Their feathers change appearance In sunlight. Starling feathers shimmer with greens, purples and blues.

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