Javan Myna vs Apo Myna
Acridotheres javanicus compared with Goodfellowia miranda
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Javan Myna | Apo Myna |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acridotheres javanicus | Goodfellowia miranda |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.5 cm (9.6 in) | 23.7 cm (9.3 in) |
| Weight | 95.5 g (3.37 oz) | 109.0 g (3.84 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Javan Myna
Apo Myna
About These Birds
Javan Myna
The Javan Myna (<em>Acridotheres javanicus</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. Native to Java and Bali in Indonesia, its range has expanded through introductions to parts of Southeast Asia, including Singapore and Malaysia, where it has become locally abundant. It inhabits wetland-adjacent and urban environments, displaying the adaptability characteristic of many mynas. As an Acridotheres species, it is likely omnivorous, feeding …
Apo Myna
The Apo Myna is a near-threatened starling endemic to Mount Apo and surrounding mountains in Mindanao, Philippines, weighing about 109 grams with a wingspan near 24 cm. It inhabits montane forest interiors where it forages for fruit and invertebrates. Its restricted range and ongoing forest loss in Mindanao pose ongoing threats to the species.