The Brahminy myna or Brahminy starling (Sturnia
pagodarum) 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.This myna is pale buff creamy with a black cap and a
loose crest. The bill is yellow with a bluish base. The iris is pale
and there is a bluish patch of skin around the eye. The outer tail
feathers have white and the black primaries of the wings do not have any
white patches. The adult male has a more prominent crest than the
female and also has longer neck hackles. Juveniles are duller and the
cap is browner.The species name pagodarum is thought to be based on
occurrence of the species on buildings and temple pagodas in southern
India.
