Pied Myna,(Gracupica contra),or Asian Pied Starling,with beak wide open to cool down,Keoladeo Ghana National Park,Rajastha,India

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The pied myna or Asian pied starling (Gracupica contra) is a species of starling found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Used to be called Sturnus contra but now re-named. They are usually found in small groups mainly on the plains and low foothills. They are often seen within cities and villages although they are not as bold as the common myna. They produce a range of calls made up of liquid notes.

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Location: Rajasthan,India
Photo credit: © Dominic Robinson / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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