Chestnut-cheeked Starling vs Apo Myna
Agropsar philippensis compared with Goodfellowia miranda
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Chestnut-cheeked Starling | Apo Myna |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agropsar philippensis | Goodfellowia miranda |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.0 cm (8.3 in) | 23.7 cm (9.3 in) |
| Weight | 39.4 g (1.39 oz) | 109.0 g (3.84 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-7 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Chestnut-cheeked Starling
Apo Myna
About These Birds
Chestnut-cheeked Starling
The Chestnut-cheeked Starling, <em>Agropsar philippensis</em>, belongs to the family Sturnidae, the starlings and mynas, and breeds in eastern Asia before undertaking seasonal migrations. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. This species inhabits forest environments, including deciduous and mixed forests, and winters across parts of Southeast Asia, including the Philippines and Borneo. The Chestnut-cheeked Starling holds a conservation status of Least Concern. Diet information is not detailed in the available data. Clutch size …
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.