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Sri Lanka Myna

Sri Lanka Myna

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A glossy black myna endemic to Sri Lanka, distinguished by a unique pattern of yellow wattles on its head. It is known for its remarkable vocal abilities.
Where to spot
Wet zone forests and forest edges of Sri Lanka.
How to spot
Look for a glossy black bird with distinct yellow wattles on the side and back of its head. Listen for its loud, varied, and often mimicry-filled vocalizations.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most vocal during early morning and late afternoon.
File:Flickr - Rainbirder - Ceylon Myna (Gracula ptilogenys).jpg
File:Gracula ptilogenys Knuckles Reserve, Sri Lanka 1.jpg
File:Gracula ptilogenys Knuckles Reserve, Sri Lanka 2.jpg
File:Gracula ptilogenys Knuckles Reserve, Sri Lanka 3.jpg
File:Flickr - Rainbirder - Ceylon Myna (Gracula ptilogenys).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Gracula ptilogenys Knuckles Reserve, Sri Lanka 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Gracula ptilogenys Knuckles Reserve, Sri Lanka 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Gracula ptilogenys Knuckles Reserve, Sri Lanka 3.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Like other hill mynas, this species is an exceptional mimic and can reproduce a wide range of sounds, including human speech, making it a popular cage bird.
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