Tasman Starling vs Common Myna
Aplonis fusca compared with Acridotheres tristis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Tasman Starling | Common Myna |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aplonis fusca | Acridotheres tristis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | 25.0 cm (9.8 in) |
| Wingspan | — | 38.0 cm (15.0 in) |
| Weight | — | 120.0 g (4.23 oz) |
| Diet | -- | Omnivorous — insects, fruit, grain, and kitchen scraps. Bold and opportunistic around human settlements. |
| Clutch Size | 4-5 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Tasman Starling only
Common Myna only
Common Myna
Urban areas, farmland, and open woodland. Closely associated with humans and one of the most successful avian urban colonizers.
Song & Call Comparison
Tasman Starling
Common Myna
A noisy, cackling chatter and melodious whistling mixed together. An accomplished mimic of other birds and sounds. Gives repeated 'mee-ow' and harsh 'quarr' alarm calls.
Geographic Range & Migration
Tasman Starling
Common Myna
Native to South and Southeast Asia. Introduced and invasive in Australia, South Africa, Middle East, and many Pacific islands.
Conservation Status
Tasman Starling
Common Myna
How to Tell Them Apart
Tasman Starling
Common Myna
Brown body with a glossy black hood, yellow bill, and bare yellow skin behind the eye. White wing patches conspicuous in flight. Yellow legs.
Strong, slightly curved yellow bill
About These Birds
Common Myna
The common myna has been named one of the world's 100 worst invasive species by the IUCN. Originally from South Asia, it has been introduced to tropical regions worldwide where it outcompetes native birds for nest cavities. Despite its invasive status, the myna is an intelligent and charismatic bird capable of mimicking human speech.