Urban areas, farmland, and open woodland. Closely associated with humans and one of the most successful avian urban colonizers.
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Song & Call Comparison
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Song & Call Comparison
Common Myna
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.
Southern White-necked Myna
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Geographic Range & Migration
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Geographic Range & Migration
Common Myna
Native to South and Southeast Asia. Introduced and invasive in Australia, South Africa, Middle East, and many Pacific islands.
Southern White-necked Myna
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Conservation Status Comparison
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Status Konservasi
Least Concern
Common Myna
Least Concern
Southern White-necked Myna
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Identification Tips — How to Tell Them Apart
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How to Tell Them Apart
Common Myna
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
Southern White-necked Myna
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About Each Bird (Descriptions)
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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.
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