Acridotheres burmannicus
The Burmese Myna (Acridotheres burmannicus) is a medium-sized passerine bird belonging to the starling family, Sturnidae, known for its striking yellow facial markings and adaptability. Measuring approximately 20-23 cm in length and weighing 50-70 grams, this species is characterized by its dark grayish-brown body plumage, a glossy black head, and a distinctive white primary patch visible prominently in flight. Its most notable field marks include a bright yellow bill, vivid yellow legs, and ...
This adaptable species primarily inhabits open country, cultivated lands, grasslands, and human-modified environments such as villages and towns, generally found in lowlands up to moderate elevations.
Omnivorous, their diet primarily consists of insects (grasshoppers, beetles), other invertebrates, fruits, berries, seeds, nectar, and occasionally food scraps from human habitation.
Burmese Mynas are diurnal and highly social, often forming large, noisy communal roosts outside the breeding season, sometimes numbering in the hundreds or thousands. They are opportunistic foragers, primarily terrestrial, probing the ground for insects, gleaning from vegetation, and frequently f...
The Burmese Myna is a resident species found throughout mainland Southeast Asia. Its core distribution encompasses Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, where it is a common and widespread bird. There are no significant migratory movements, with individuals typically remaining in their ...
Least Concern
- The Burmese Myna is highly gregarious, often forming massive communal roosts that can host thousands of individuals, creating a cacophony of sound at dusk and dawn. - Its scientific genus name, *Acridotheres*, literally means 'locust-hunter,' highlighting its significant role in controlling ins...