Correct Identification of the Indian Myna
The Indian Myna is brown with a black head. It has
a yellow bill, legs and bare eye skin. In flight it shows large white wing patches. It is a
member of the starling family and is also known as the Common Myna or Indian
Myna.
Not to be confused with the native Noisy Miner
Not to be confused with the native noisy miner (manorina melanocephala) which is predominantly grey in colour. It is an offence to trap or
kill native birds.
Noisy Miner Photo
Richard Major