Cacatúa ninfa vs Estornino Pinto
Nymphicus hollandicus comparado con Sturnus vulgaris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Atributo | Cacatúa ninfa | Estornino Pinto |
|---|---|---|
| Nombre científico | Nymphicus hollandicus | Sturnus vulgaris |
| Orden | Psittaciformes | Passeriformes |
| Familia | Cacatuidae | Sturnidae |
| Estado de conservación | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longitud | 32,0 cm (12.6 in) | 21,5 cm (8.5 in) |
| Envergadura | 40,0 cm (15.7 in) | 37,0 cm (14.6 in) |
| Peso | 90,0 g (3.17 oz) | 78,0 g (2.75 oz) |
| Dieta | Seeds, grain, berries, and plant material. Forages on the ground in open areas. In captivity, … | Omnivorous — insects and larvae (especially leatherjackets), earthworms, fruit, and seeds. Probes soil with open … |
| Tamaño de la puesta | 1-7 | 4-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Hábitats compartidos
Ninguno
Cacatúa ninfa only
Estornino Pinto only
Cacatúa ninfa
Open arid and semi-arid habitats including scrubland, farmland, and woodland near water in Australia.
Estornino Pinto
Open countryside, farmland, parks, and urban areas. Forms enormous communal roosts in winter, especially in urban environments.
Song & Call Comparison
Cacatúa ninfa
A loud, whistled 'weet' or 'weeeet'. Males whistle a melodic series; contact call is a high nasal 'ny'. Capable of mimicry in captivity. Song is relatively simple but pleasant.
Estornino Pinto
A complex mimic: rattles, whistles, clicks, and squeaks mixed with imitations of other birds. Song is a continuous medley. Also gives harsh 'scheer' alarm and chattering.
Geographic Range & Migration
Cacatúa ninfa
Interior of Australia, generally avoiding coastal areas. The second most popular pet bird worldwide.
Estornino Pinto
Native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa. Introduced to North America, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
Estado de conservación
Cacatúa ninfa
Estornino Pinto
How to Tell Them Apart
Cacatúa ninfa
Wild-type males are grey with white wing patches, a yellow face, and bright orange cheek patches. Females are duller with barred tail undersides. Many captive color mutations exist.
Short, curved, grey bill
Estornino Pinto
Glossy black plumage with iridescent purple and green sheen in breeding season. Winter plumage shows white spotting. Short tail and pointed wings in flight.
Long, pointed bill — yellow in breeding season, dark in winter
About These Birds
Cacatúa ninfa
La cacatúa ninfa es el miembro más pequeño de la familia de las cacatúas y una de las aves de compañía más populares del mundo. Estos loros dóciles e inteligentes pueden aprender a silbar melodías e imitar sonidos. En estado salvaje son nómadas y se desplazan en bandadas siguiendo la disponibilidad de agua y alimento por el interior semiárido de Australia.
Estornino Pinto
Estornino pinto (Sturnus vulgaris) — Pájaro negro con brillos verdes y purpúreos e incontables motas blancas en invierno. Hábil imitador de otros sonidos. Forma enormes bandadas ('murmurations') en otoño e invierno. Natural de Eurasia, introducido en América, Australia y Nueva Zelanda.