Apo Myna vs Babbling Starling
Goodfellowia miranda compared with Neocichla gutturalis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Apo Myna | Babbling Starling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Goodfellowia miranda | Neocichla gutturalis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.7 cm (9.3 in) | 21.6 cm (8.5 in) |
| Weight | 109.0 g (3.84 oz) | 68.0 g (2.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Apo Myna
Least Concern
Babbling Starling
About These Birds
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.
Babbling Starling
The Babbling Starling is a medium-sized starling found in open woodland and savanna in Central Africa, weighing about 68g with a wingspan of 21.6cm. It is named for its constant chattering calls and travels in noisy, social groups. It feeds on insects, fruit, and small invertebrates on the ground and in low vegetation.