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Bank Myna
Acridotheres ginginianus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.0 cm
Weight
69.0 g
Family
Sturnidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Bank Myna is a medium-sized starling of the family Sturnidae found in open habitats across the Indian subcontinent. Weighing about 69g with a wingspan of 24cm, it excavates nest burrows in earthen banks, cliffs, and roadsides. It feeds on insects, fruit, and human food scraps in agricultural and urban areas.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.0 cm | 9.4 in |
| Weight | 69.0 g | 2.43 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3-8
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Acridotheres |
| Species | Acridotheres ginginianus |
Distribution
Bank Myna has been recorded in 12 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bank Myna endangered?
The Bank Myna has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Bank Myna?
The Bank Myna has a wingspan of 24.0 cm, weight of 69.0 g.
What order and family does the Bank Myna belong to?
The Bank Myna (Acridotheres ginginianus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Sturnidae.
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