West · Pacific Flyway
Are There European Starlings in Hawaii?
No — European Starlings are not regularly found in Hawaii; any sighting there is a rare stray. Sturnus vulgaris · Sturnidae
Is the European Starling Found in Hawaii?
European Starlings are not regularly found in Hawaii. If you think you saw one, check the look-alikes below first, then report it to eBird with a photo.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where European Starlings occur regularly are California (about 2,480 miles away), Oregon (about 2,550 miles away) and Washington (about 2,680 miles away).
European Starling is a North American backyard bird.
In Hawaii, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in Hawaii; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — European Starling in Hawaii
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See European Starling in Hawaii
Other birds in Hawaii
Birds you might also encounter in Hawaii.
European Starling in other states
European Starling in Hawaii: Quick Facts
The European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) is a rarely seen bird in Hawaii. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Honolulu and throughout Hawaii, knowing the seasonal patterns of European Starling can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Hawaii using the related birds section.