Apo Myna
NameApo Myna
Common NameApo Myna
Scientific NameBasilornis mirandus
FamilySturnidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)120
Plumage DetailsPredominantly glossy black plumage with a purplish sheen. It features a prominent yellow-orange bare skin patch around the eye, a pale yellowish bill, and a distinctive spiky crest of black feathers on its crown. The tail is long and graduated.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of whistles, chattering notes, and harsh calls, typical of many starling species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Mindanao in the southern Philippines, primarily found in the montane forests of Mount Apo and other high mountain ranges.
Identifying Featuresglossy black plumage, prominent yellow eye-ring, pale yellowish bill, spiky black crest, long graduated tail
Description
The Apo Myna is a striking medium-sized starling endemic to the Philippines, characterized by its glossy black plumage and distinctive head ornamentation. It is an arboreal species, typically found foraging for fruits and insects in the canopy of montane forests.
