Crested Myna
Crested Myna (<em>Acridotheres cristatellus</em>) is a species of Starlings, Rhabdornises (<em>Sturnidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Crested Myna (Acridotheres cristatellus) is a species of Starlings, Rhabdornises (Sturnidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A black starling with a crest, yellow bill and yellow eye patch; a talented mimic of human speech and sounds, a famous Chinese cage bird; common in towns and farmland of East Asia.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Acridotheres; binomial: Acridotheres cristatellus; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 26-28cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
