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Javan Myna

Acridotheres javanicus

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Indomalayan realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Asia (5 countries) and Europe (Norway). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇮🇩 Indonesia 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇬 Singapore 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇹🇭 Thailand 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Acridotheres javanicus (Javan Myna)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ジャワハッカ

Chinese 爪哇八哥

Spanish Miná de Java

French Martin de Java

German Graumaina

Russian Белобрюхая майна

Thai นกเอี้ยงชวา

Similar Species in Acridotheres

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Bank Myna

Acridotheres ginginianus

Least Concern

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Black-winged Starling

Acridotheres melanopterus

Endangered

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Collared Myna

Acridotheres albocinctus

Acridotheres cristatellus

Acridotheres cinereus

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Javan Myna?

The scientific name of Javan Myna is Acridotheres javanicus. It belongs to the genus Acridotheres.

What is the conservation status of Javan Myna?

Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Javan Myna live?

Javan Myna is found in Found across Asia (5 countries) and Europe (Norway). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Indonesia, Norway, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates.

What family does Javan Myna belong to?

Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) belongs to the genus Acridotheres, which is part of the taxonomic family Sturnidae.

Is Javan Myna endangered?

Yes, Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Javan Myna belong to?

Javan Myna (Acridotheres javanicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Javan Myna?

The closest relatives of Javan Myna in the genus Acridotheres include Bank Myna, Black-winged Starling, Collared Myna, Common Myna, Crested Myna.