Common Myna
Acridotheres tristis
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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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 25,0 cm | 9.8 in |
| Rentang Sayap | 38,0 cm | 15.0 in |
| Berat | 120,0 g | 4.23 oz |
Identifikasi
Bulu
Brown body with a glossy black hood, yellow bill, and bare yellow skin behind the eye. White wing patches conspicuous in flight. Yellow legs.
Paruh
Strong, slightly curved yellow bill
Habitat & Range
Urban areas, farmland, and open woodland. Closely associated with humans and one of the most successful avian urban colonizers.
Rentang Geografis
Native to South and Southeast Asia. Introduced and invasive in Australia, South Africa, Middle East, and many Pacific islands.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous — insects, fruit, grain, and kitchen scraps. Bold and opportunistic around human settlements.
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15 days. Fledging: 29 days.
Ukuran Sarang
2-6
Suara
Kicauan
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.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famili | Sturnidae (Starlings & Mynas) |
| Genus | Acridotheres |
| Spesies | Acridotheres tristis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| German | Hirtenmaina |
| Spanish | Miná Común |
Distribution
Common Myna has been recorded in 48 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Sturnidae family