About the Brahminy Starling
The brahminy starling or brahminy myna is a member of the starling family of birds. It is usually seen in pairs or small flocks in open habitats on the plains of the Indian subcontinent.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Starlings (Sturnidae) |
| Species | Sturnia pagodarum |
| Species Codes | brasta1, BRST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brahminy Starling belong to?
The Brahminy Starling (Sturnia pagodarum) belongs to the Starlings family (Sturnidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brahminy Starling?
The brahminy starling or brahminy myna is a member of the starling family of birds. It is usually seen in pairs or small flocks in open habitats on the plains of the Indian subcontinent....
Where can I report a Brahminy Starling sighting?
You can log sightings of Brahminy Starling on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brasta1, or on iNaturalist.
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