オカメインコ vs Common Starling
Nymphicus hollandicus 比較対象 Sturnus vulgaris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| 属性 | オカメインコ | Common Starling |
|---|---|---|
| 学名 | Nymphicus hollandicus | Sturnus vulgaris |
| 目 | Psittaciformes | Passeriformes |
| 科 | Cacatuidae | Sturnidae |
| 保全状況 | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| 体長 | 32.0 cm (12.6 in) | 21.5 cm (8.5 in) |
| 翼開長 | 40.0 cm (15.7 in) | 37.0 cm (14.6 in) |
| 体重 | 90.0 g (3.17 oz) | 78.0 g (2.75 oz) |
| 食性 | 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 … |
| 一腹卵数 | 1-7 | 4-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
オカメインコ
Open arid and semi-arid habitats including scrubland, farmland, and woodland near water in Australia.
Common Starling
Open countryside, farmland, parks, and urban areas. Forms enormous communal roosts in winter, especially in urban environments.
Song & Call Comparison
オカメインコ
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.
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
オカメインコ
Interior of Australia, generally avoiding coastal areas. The second most popular pet bird worldwide.
Common Starling
Native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa. Introduced to North America, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.
保全状況
オカメインコ
Common Starling
How to Tell Them Apart
オカメインコ
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
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
オカメインコ
The cockatiel is the smallest member of the cockatoo family and one of the most popular pet birds globally. These gentle, intelligent parrots can learn to whistle tunes and mimic sounds. Wild cockatiels are nomadic, traveling in flocks following food and water availability across the Australian outback.
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。