Metallic Starling
The light plumage on the chest indicates this is a juvenile, born last year.
When it reaches adulthood the plumage becomes green-glossed black all over. Males and females look alike.
It is native of New Guinea and nearby Australasian islands, and a limited area of northeastern Australia.
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