Great Myna
NameGreat Myna
Common NameGreat Myna
Scientific NameAcridotheres grandis
FamilySturnidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsEntirely glossy black plumage with a prominent, spiky crest on the forehead. It features a bright orange-yellow bill and legs. A white patch is present at the base of the primary flight feathers, and the outer tail feathers have white tips.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a range of loud, harsh, chattering, and sometimes musical calls, often incorporating whistles and mimicry.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsurban, forest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Southeast Asia, including northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesProminent spiky crest, Glossy black plumage, Bright orange-yellow bill and legs, White patch on primary flight feathers, White tips on outer tail feathers
Description
This large, glossy black myna is characterized by its prominent spiky crest and bright orange-yellow bill and legs. It is an adaptable bird, often found in open habitats and urban areas, known for its varied and sometimes harsh vocalizations.
