Burmese Myna vs Common Starling
Acridotheres burmannicus 比較対象 Sturnus vulgaris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| 属性 | Burmese Myna | Common Starling |
|---|---|---|
| 学名 | Acridotheres burmannicus | Sturnus vulgaris |
| 目 | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| 科 | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| 保全状況 | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| 体長 | — | 21.5 cm (8.5 in) |
| 翼開長 | 22.8 cm (9.0 in) | 37.0 cm (14.6 in) |
| 体重 | 89.0 g (3.14 oz) | 78.0 g (2.75 oz) |
| 食性 | -- | Omnivorous — insects and larvae (especially leatherjackets), earthworms, fruit, and seeds. Probes soil with open … |
| 一腹卵数 | -- | 4-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Common Starling
Open countryside, farmland, parks, and urban areas. Forms enormous communal roosts in winter, especially in urban environments.
Song & Call Comparison
Burmese Myna
Common Starling
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
Burmese Myna
Common Starling
Native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa. Introduced to North America, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
保全状況
Burmese Myna
Common Starling
How to Tell Them Apart
Burmese Myna
Common Starling
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
Burmese Myna
The Burmese Myna (<em>Acridotheres burmannicus</em>) is a member of the family Sturnidae, the starlings and mynas, a widespread and ecologically diverse group known for their adaptability and vocal complexity. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. As its common name suggests, this species is associated with the Burmese region and surrounding areas of mainland Southeast Asia, where it occupies grassland habitats. Like others in the genus Acridotheres, it is believed to be an …
Common Starling
ホシムクドリ（Sturnus vulgaris）— ユーラシア原産で北米・豪州・南アフリカに移入された。金属光沢のある羽と白い斑点が特徴。巨大な群れ（マーモレーション）を形成する。