Mino kreffti
The Long-tailed Myna (Mino kreffti) is a striking passerine from the family Sturnidae, renowned for its exceptionally elongated tail and vibrant plumage. Growing to an impressive 40-45 cm in total length, with its distinctive graduated tail alone accounting for 20-25 cm, this species presents a truly unique silhouette among its myna relatives. Its body is adorned in glossy, iridescent black, shimmering with deep blue and green hues under direct light, beautifully contrasted by vivid yellow fa...
Primary lowland and mid-montane tropical rainforests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth, typically found below 1,500 meters elevation.
Omnivorous, feeding primarily on ripe fruits from forest trees, supplemented by large insects, spiders, and occasionally small vertebrates like lizards. Foraging occurs both arboreally and terrestrially.
Primarily diurnal, the Long-tailed Myna often gathers in communal roosts at dusk, sometimes forming large, noisy assemblies. Foraging occurs both in the canopy, where they deftly pluck fruits and insects, and occasionally on the ground, probing leaf litter. During the breeding season, pairs estab...
The Long-tailed Myna is endemic to the Australasian realm, primarily distributed across the island of New Guinea, encompassing both Papua New Guinea and the Indonesian provinces of West Papua. Its range extends to several adjacent island groups, including New Britain, New Ireland, and the Solomon...
Least Concern
- The Long-tailed Myna's tail can be nearly as long as its entire body, a striking adaptation rarely seen in its family. - Known for its exceptional vocal mimicry, individuals have been documented imitating dozens of other bird species, creating a complex vocal tapestry. - They are highly intelli...