Male Hill Mynah Bird

Description

Male Hill Mynah Bird as a choice for pet companion is quite interesting. Mynas are a fascinating group of birds that belong to the starling family (Sturnidae) and are native to Southern Asia. They are found in countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The term "myna" is used to refer to any starling in the Indian subcontinent, but they are not a natural group. During the evolution of starlings, the Indian subcontinent was colonized twice, first by ancestral starlings related to the coleto and Aplonis lineages, and then by birds related to the common starling and wattled starling's ancestors. The two groups of mynas can be distinguished by their adaptations. The latter group, which includes the common hill myna, has more terrestrial adaptations, which means they have less glossy plumage, except for their heads, and longer tails. Bali myna, on the other hand, is an extremely distinctive species of myna that is critically endangered. Some species of mynas are considered "talking birds" because they can reproduce sounds, including human speech, when in captivity.

Male hill mynah bird as Pet choice

are interesting birds that have been introduced to various areas such as North America, Australia, South Africa, Fiji, and New Zealand, but the common myna is often viewed as an invasive species. The name "myna" is derived from the Hindi language "mainā," which itself is derived from Sanskrit "madanā." Mynas are medium-sized birds with strong feet, which they use to perch on branches and to walk on the ground. They have a strong and direct flight and are social birds that often live in open areas. Mynas have a varied diet that includes insects and fruit. Typically, their plumage is dark, often brown, although some species have yellow head ornaments. Most species build their nests in holes, and some, such as the common hill myna, are well-known for their ability to imitate sounds.

Species

The following species are mynas. The Coleto and two Saroglossa starlings are included due to their position in the taxonomic list.

Jungle and hill mynas

"True" mynas

"Gracupica" mynas

The following species are often included in the Acridotheres mynas: