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Helmeted Myna

Basilornis galeatus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Aves (นก)
Order
Passeriformes (นกเกาะคอน)
Family
Sturnidae
Genus
Basilornis
Species
Basilornis galeatus (Helmeted Myna)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオサマムクドリ
Chinese 大王椋鸟
Spanish Miná de Yelmo
French Basilorne huppé
German Helmatzel
Russian Шлемоносный сорочий скворец

Similar Species in Basilornis

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Long-crested Myna
Basilornis corythaix
Least Concern
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Sulawesi Myna
Basilornis celebensis
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Helmeted Myna?
The scientific name of Helmeted Myna is Basilornis galeatus. It belongs to the genus Basilornis.
What is the conservation status of Helmeted Myna?
Helmeted Myna (Basilornis galeatus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Helmeted Myna live?
Helmeted Myna is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Helmeted Myna belong to?
Helmeted Myna (Basilornis galeatus) belongs to the genus Basilornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Sturnidae.
What kingdom does Helmeted Myna belong to?
Helmeted Myna (Basilornis galeatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Helmeted Myna?
The closest relatives of Helmeted Myna in the genus Basilornis include Long-crested Myna, Sulawesi Myna.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Basilornis — 3 Species

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Helmeted Myna
Basilornis galeatus
NT
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Long-crested Myna
Basilornis corythaix
LC 🐾
Sulawesi Myna
Basilornis celebensis
LC
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