Golden-crested Myna vs Atoll Starling
Ampeliceps coronatus compared with Aplonis feadensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Golden-crested Myna | Atoll Starling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ampeliceps coronatus | Aplonis feadensis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.9 cm (9.8 in) | 24.0 cm (9.4 in) |
| Weight | 88.5 g (3.12 oz) | 72.0 g (2.54 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Golden-crested Myna
Near Threatened
Atoll Starling
About These Birds
Atoll Starling
The Atoll Starling is a Near Threatened medium-sized starling found on islands of the Solomon archipelago in the southwestern Pacific. Weighing about 72g with a wingspan of 24cm, it has glossy dark plumage and forages in small flocks for fruit and insects in coastal forest and scrub. Island isolation makes it vulnerable to habitat change.