Great Myna vs White-eyed Starling
Acridotheres grandis compared with Aplonis brunneicapillus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Great Myna | White-eyed Starling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acridotheres grandis | Aplonis brunneicapillus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 26.9 cm (10.6 in) | 21.3 cm (8.4 in) |
| Weight | 97.2 g (3.43 oz) | 67.41666666666667 g (2.38 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Great Myna
Vulnerable
White-eyed Starling
About These Birds
Great Myna
The Great Myna (<em>Acridotheres grandis</em>) is a member of the family Sturnidae, the starlings and mynas. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature, though it is among the larger representatives of the Acridotheres genus, as its common name implies. It occupies grassland and wetland habitats, suggesting a degree of adaptability to both open upland and waterside environments within its range in mainland Southeast Asia. Like its congeners, the Great Myna is likely omnivorous, …