9-11-2016 MANDALAY, MYANMAR - BURMESE MYNA (Acridotheres burmannicus)

                               

The Burmese myna (Acridotheres burmannicus) is a species of starling in the family Sturnidae. It is found in Myanmar and Yunnan, China.

The Burmese myna was considered conspecific with the vinous-breasted myna. Common names of the two split species were changed to "mynas" instead of "starlings" to match the genus.

Medium-sized starling of forest edge, agricultural fields, and open scrubby or grassy areas. Thin, black bandit’s mask, medium-gray back, grayish-pink chest, dark iris and bicolored orange-and-black bill. Pale gray rump, white tail tip and flashing white wing patches are most prominent in flight. Like many other starlings, typically encountered in pairs and flocks. Distinguished from Red-billed and Chestnut-tailed Starlings by its mask. Gives loud grating and chattering calls.