Common Myna
Common Myna
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A highly adaptable and widespread myna with a brown body, black head, and yellow bare facial skin and legs. It is known for its bold nature and often aggressive territorial behavior.
Where to spot
Extremely widespread, found in urban areas, agricultural lands, and open woodlands across Asia, and widely introduced globally in places like Australia, Africa, and various islands.
How to spot
Easily identified by its brown body, black head, yellow eye patch, and yellow legs. Often seen walking confidently on lawns and open ground, often in pairs or small groups. Listen for its loud, varied, and often harsh calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active and conspicuous throughout the day.
Where to spot
Extremely widespread, found in urban areas, agricultural lands, and open woodlands across Asia, and widely introduced globally in places like Australia, Africa, and various islands.
How to spot
Easily identified by its brown body, black head, yellow eye patch, and yellow legs. Often seen walking confidently on lawns and open ground, often in pairs or small groups. Listen for its loud, varied, and often harsh calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active and conspicuous throughout the day.
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The Common Myna is considered one of the most invasive bird species globally due to its rapid spread, high reproductive rate, and competitive exclusion of native birds.
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