Great Myna vs Purple-chinned Starling
Acridotheres grandis compared with Aplonis circumscripta
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Great Myna | Purple-chinned Starling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acridotheres grandis | Aplonis circumscripta |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 26.9 cm (10.6 in) | 21.1 cm (8.3 in) |
| Weight | 97.2 g (3.43 oz) | 56.5 g (1.99 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Great Myna
Near Threatened
Purple-chinned 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, …