Black-winged Myna vs White-eyed Starling
Acridotheres melanopterus compared with Aplonis brunneicapillus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-winged Myna | White-eyed Starling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acridotheres melanopterus | Aplonis brunneicapillus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) | 21.3 cm (8.4 in) |
| Weight | 89.0 g (3.14 oz) | 67.41666666666667 g (2.38 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black-winged Myna only
White-eyed Starling only
Conservation Status
Endangered
Black-winged Myna
Vulnerable
White-eyed Starling
About These Birds
Black-winged Myna
The Black-winged Myna (<em>Acridotheres melanopterus</em>) belongs to the family Sturnidae, the starlings and mynas. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature, though its common name refers to distinctive black wing markings that characterize adults. It inhabits coastal, forest, and grassland environments, indicating ecological flexibility across its native range in Java and Bali, Indonesia. The Black-winged Myna is listed as Endangered by the IUCN, reflecting severe population decline driven primarily by intensive trapping for …