Least ConcernCommon Starling
Sturnus vulgaris
One of the 2 mynas on WAnimals
Birds · Passeriformes · Sturnidae
Acridotheres tristis
The species is abundant and widely distributed; it faces no significant short-term risk.
The common myna is a species of passerine bird of the family Sturnidae native to Asia. It is an omnivorous bird with a strong territorial instinct that lives in open woodland, and that has adapted very well to urban settings. The myna has been introduced to other parts of the world and its range is increasing. It is an invasive species that poses a serious threat to the ecosystems of Australia. The common myna is an important figure in Indian culture and appears in both Sanskrit and Prakrit literature.
Weight
82 g – 143 g
Size
23 cm – 26 cm
Life expectancy
12 years
Diet
Omnivore
Combines animal and plant food depending on availability.
Activity
Diurnal
Active mainly during the day.
Social structure
In pairs
Usually lives in pairs, sometimes for life.
Sighting difficulty
Easy
Sources consulted: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acridotheres_tristis
Best time: All year round in southern Asia and in its many introduced populations, by day; it is abundant in cities, farmland and rubbish tips.
Parks and dive sites where this species has been documented — showing 10 of 35.
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The pins mark the parks where its presence is documented.
