Jungle Myna
NameJungle Myna
Common NameJungle Myna
Scientific NameAcridotheres fuscus
FamilySturnidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)24.5
Weight (g)105
Plumage DetailsOverall dark grey plumage, with a blackish head featuring a prominent, bristly frontal crest. It has striking yellow eyes, an orange-yellow bill, and yellow legs. White patches are visible on the primary flight feathers, especially in flight, and the undertail coverts are white.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh chattering, whistles, and squeaks. They are known to mimic other bird calls and sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, including countries like India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and parts of Malaysia and Indonesia. It has also been introduced to other regions.
Identifying Featuresprominent frontal crest, bright yellow eyes, orange-yellow bill, dark grey body plumage, yellow legs, white wing patches (visible in flight)
Description
The Jungle Myna is a medium-sized, dark grey myna characterized by its distinctive upright frontal crest and bright yellow eyes. It is an active and social bird, often found foraging in open habitats and cultivated areas.
