Acridotheres tristis |
A passerine, the myna is any bird form the starling family (Sturnidae). "Myna" is derived from the Hindi word mainā which originated from the Sanskrit term madanā.
The flight of mynas is strong and direct. They are noisy and gregarious. Their preferred habitat is in the open countryside; they eat insects and fruit, but as they live around human habitations, and have become omnivorous.
The plumage of mynas generally dark, often brown, although some species have yellow head ornaments. Most species nest in holes. Some species have become well known for their imitative skills.
thanks for the info about mynahs. can we have some crows too?
ReplyDeleteVery elusive birds ... will try.
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