This evening, I noticed a lone Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) perching on the railing of my neighbour’s verandah enjoying the slight drizzle. The myna remained where it was for about […]
Every morning since 27th March 2018, a family of Javan Mynas (Acridotheres javanicus) comprising two adults and a recently fledged juvenile, walked through my garden to forage. This was followed […]
YC Wee: “A pair of Javan Mynas (Acridotheres javanicus) appeared in my garden some months ago, both with the same unusual plumage colour. The mantle, breast and belly have a […]
“This is an everyday routine for us and this little one was no exceptions – a Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) having a dip.” Note: This is not a natural fast […]
“Saw a small flock of Javan Mynas (Acridotheres javanicus), also considering Jungle Mynas (Acridotheres fuscus) feeding on the nectar of the African Tulip Tree (Spathodea campanulata). “The birds have to […]
The beak or bill of the bird is made up of two jaws, the upper mandible and the lower mandible. The upper jaw of birds, unlike that of humans, is […]
“In the field it is not that easy to differentiate the Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) from Jungle Myna (Acridotheres fuscus). “The key features quoted in literature include: 1. Location – […]
“Javan Mynas (Acridotheres javanicus) have continued their extension up the peninsula and are now established in Ipoh. Saw 2 adults feeding a single juvenile today. Prey included a beetle and […]
“Javan Mynas (Acridotheres javanicus) have continued their extension up the peninsula and are now established in Ipoh. Saw 2 adults feeding a single juvenile today. “Prey included a beetle and […]
KS Leow‘s image of a Rock Pigeon (Columba livia) and two Javan Mynas (Acridotheres javanicus) shows the former eating leftover from a plate that was yet to be cleared on […]
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