Purple-chinned Starling vs Bare-eyed Myna
Aplonis circumscripta compared with Streptocitta albertinae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Purple-chinned Starling | Bare-eyed Myna |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aplonis circumscripta | Streptocitta albertinae |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.1 cm (8.3 in) | 29.0 cm (11.4 in) |
| Weight | 56.5 g (1.99 oz) | 248.0 g (8.75 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Purple-chinned Starling
Near Threatened
Bare-eyed Myna
About These Birds
Bare-eyed Myna
The Bare-eyed Myna is a Near Threatened starling of the family Sturnidae endemic to the Sula Islands of Indonesia. Weighing about 248g with a wingspan of 29cm, it is a large myna with characteristic bare skin around the eyes. It inhabits forest edges and secondary growth where it forages for fruit and insects.