About the Bare-eyed Myna
The bare-eyed myna is a large, long-tailed species of starling in the family Sturnidae. Its common name is a reference to the large patch of dark bare skin around the eyes. Due to its superficial resemblance to a magpie, it has been referred to as the Sula magpie in the past. It is endemic to tropical open lowland forests on the Indonesian islands of Taliabu and Mangole in the Sula Islands. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Streptocitta albertinae |
| Species Codes | baemyn1, BEMY |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bare-eyed Myna belong to?
The Bare-eyed Myna (Streptocitta albertinae) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Bare-eyed Myna?
The Bare-eyed Myna is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Bare-eyed Myna?
The bare-eyed myna is a large, long-tailed species of starling in the family Sturnidae. Its common name is a reference to the large patch of dark bare skin around the eyes. Due to its superficial resemblance to a magpie, it has been referred to as the Sula magpie in the past. It is endemic to tropic...
Where can I report a Bare-eyed Myna sighting?
You can log sightings of Bare-eyed Myna on eBird (ebird.org) using species code baemyn1, or on iNaturalist.
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