Common Name: Sri Lanka hill myna
Scientific Name: Gracula ptilogenys
Animal Family: Sturnidae
Description: These 25 cm long birds have green -glossed black plumage, purple-tinged on the head and neck. There are large white wings patches, which are obvious in flight. The strong legs are bright yellow, and there are yellow wattles on the nape. The sexes are similar in plumage, but can be distinguished by iris color, which is pale in females and dark in males. Juveniles have a duller bill and smaller wattles, and are the less glossy overall.
Population: It is currently consider Near Threatened. Extent of occurrence 18700 km2
Found where: This passerine is typically found in forest and cultivation.
Habitat: The Sri Lankan hill myna builds a nest in the hole.
Foods: The Sri Lanka hill myna is fairly omnivorous, eating fruit, nectar and insects.
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