Common Myna Acridotheres tristis - some photos and notes

Common Myna Acridotheres tristis

Tulear, Madagascar
November 2016

The Common Myna is a native of southern Asia but has been introduced to many other parts of the world such as Australia, the Middle East and Africa largely because of its ability to mimic. It is a member of the starling family.

It is usually found near human habitation. It is brownish with yellow bare skin behind the eye, a white wing patch and a white tip to the tail.

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