Finch-billed Myna
NameFinch-billed Myna
Common NameFinch-billed Myna
Scientific NameScissirostrum dubium
FamilySturnidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsPredominantly dark grey to black plumage, with a distinctive large, bright yellow, laterally compressed bill. Legs and feet are also yellow. A slight yellowish wash may be present on the lower belly/vent.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a range of harsh, chattering, and whistling notes, often delivered in a noisy fashion.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sulawesi and several smaller adjacent islands in Indonesia.
Identifying Featureslarge yellow bill, laterally compressed bill, dark grey plumage, yellow legs and feet
Description
The Finch-billed Myna is a medium-sized starling characterized by its dark grey plumage and a strikingly large, bright yellow, laterally compressed bill. It is an active, social bird found in the forests of Sulawesi, feeding on a mixed diet of fruits and insects.
