About the Great Myna
The great myna, also known as the white-vented myna, is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae. Its range extends from Sikkim across Northeast India and Indochina.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Acridotheres grandis |
| Species Codes | whvmyn1, GRMY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Myna belong to?
The Great Myna (Acridotheres grandis) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Great Myna?
The great myna, also known as the white-vented myna, is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae. Its range extends from Sikkim across Northeast India and Indochina....
Where can I report a Great Myna sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Myna on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whvmyn1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
125
Species in Family
3,685
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