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New on 500px : The Myna by biru-ku by biru-ku

The common myna (Acridotheres tristis), sometimes spelled mynah, also sometimes known as “Indian myna”,is a member of the family Sturnidae (starlings and mynas) native to Asia. An omnivorous open woodland bird with a strong territorial instinct, the myna has adapted extremely well to urban environments.
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New on 500px : Jungle Myna by wasifyaqeen by wasifyaqeen

These 23-centimetre (9.1 in) long birds have grey plumage, darker on the head and wings. There are large white wing patches obvious in flight, and a white tail tip. The head has a forehead tuft. The bill and strong legs are bright yellow, and there is no bare skin around eye. The southern Indian race has a blue iris. The sexes are similar, but juveniles are browner.

They are usually found close to water or rice fields.

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