crested myna
(Acridotheres cristatellus)
This species is Introduced in the United States
Origin
Acridotheres cristatellus is native to Asia. Crested myna were likely introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets.
Life Cycle
Adult A. cristatellus plumage is primarily black with white patches under the wings. A. cristatellus are approximately 0.3 lb. (124 g). There is a tuft of feathers on its forehead forming a crest-like structure, hence its name. A. cristatellus are omnivorous feeding on a variety of insects, grains, and fruit. Females lay approximately 5 eggs per clutch and incubation last 15 days. Hatchlings fledge the nest 25 days after hatching.
Distribution
A. cristatellus is found in south Florida.
Control Efforts
The effects of A. cristatellus is unknown.
Acridotheres cristatellus is native to Asia. Crested myna were likely introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets.
Life Cycle
Adult A. cristatellus plumage is primarily black with white patches under the wings. A. cristatellus are approximately 0.3 lb. (124 g). There is a tuft of feathers on its forehead forming a crest-like structure, hence its name. A. cristatellus are omnivorous feeding on a variety of insects, grains, and fruit. Females lay approximately 5 eggs per clutch and incubation last 15 days. Hatchlings fledge the nest 25 days after hatching.
Distribution
A. cristatellus is found in south Florida.
Control Efforts
The effects of A. cristatellus is unknown.
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Maps
EDDMapS Distribution - This map is incomplete and is based only on current site and county level reports made by experts, herbaria, and literature. For more information, visit www.eddmaps.org
State Lists - This map identifies those states that have this species on their invasive species list or law.
Taxonomic Rank
| Domain: Eukarya |
| Kingdom: Animalia |
| Phylum: Chordata |
| Class: Aves |
| Order: Passeriformes |
| Family: Sturnidae |
| Genus: Acridotheres |
| Acridotheres cristatellus |
References
Common Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.
Scientific Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.