Great Myna vs Singing Starling
Acridotheres grandis compared with Aplonis cantoroides
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Great Myna | Singing Starling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acridotheres grandis | Aplonis cantoroides |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 26.9 cm (10.6 in) | 19.5 cm (7.7 in) |
| Weight | 97.2 g (3.43 oz) | 57.4 g (2.02 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Great Myna only
Singing Starling only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Great Myna
Least Concern
Singing 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, …