Mynah bird

Mynah bird (scientific name: Acridotherescristatellus): It is similar in size and appearance to the common mynah bird, with a body length of 23-28 centimeters. The whole body is black, with long and vertical feather clusters on the forehead, resembling a crown. The wings have white patches, which are particularly prominent during flight. The tail feathers and under-tail coverts have white tips. The beak is cream yellow, and the feet are yellow.

It mainly inhabits secondary broad-leaved forests, bamboo forests, and sparse forests at the edge of forests in low mountain hills and mountain foot plains below an altitude of 2000 meters. It feeds on insects and insect larvae such as locusts, grasshoppers, beetles, snakes, caterpillars, geckos, flies, and lice, as well as plant-based foods such as grains, fruits, and seeds.

Mynah birds are relatively common in southern China and are important beneficial birds in agriculture and forestry. They are also popular cage birds. They can mimic the calls of other birds and even imitate simple human speech. They are widely raised by people in China and have been introduced to countries such as the Philippines and Canada.

Mynah birds prefer to flock together, often standing on the back of water buffalo, or gathering on large trees, or standing in rows on the ridges of houses. Every evening, they often fly in large groups in the sky, making noise for a while before settling down. They rest in bamboo forests, large trees, or reed beds, and coexist with other starlings.

They often search for food in plowed fields, or stand on the backs of cattle, pigs, and other livestock to peck parasites. They are lively and active in groups, sometimes forming large groups, especially in the evening, gathering in large groups to spend the night on trees. The nocturnal habitat is relatively fixed, often moving and foraging on the ground nearby, and gradually flying to the nocturnal habitat at dusk. They are good at singing, especially noisy in the evening.

Mynah birds are suitable for bird lovers who have a lot of spare time or elderly caregivers. Elderly people usually live alone at home, and their children are too busy to accompany them all year round. Mynah birds are intelligent and can talk, making them excellent companions for the elderly.

皮肤裂伤：Impacted by a hard object, minor injuries may result in hair loss and minor bruising, while severe injuries may lead to skin lacerations, rupture of the crop, sternum, leg bones, wing bone fractures, or even death. For minor bruising, apply a water-soluble anti-bruising, anti-inflammatory, and swelling ointment. If there is a wound, avoid direct application. Skin lacerations need to be sutured through surgical procedures and should be thoroughly disinfected and carefully cared for to prevent infection and inflammation. Normal birds have a higher body temperature and are less likely to become inflamed, but disinfection is still necessary. Rest and stop flight training to avoid wound reopening, especially for chest skin lacerations.

Gas Rupture: Air sacs have respiratory, weight-reducing, temperature and humidity regulating, and air pressure regulating functions. Birds may experience air sac rupture due to impact or other factors. If the neck air sac ruptures, the inhaled air will seep out and accumulate under the neck skin, forming subcutaneous emphysema. The affected bird needs to have the gas removed or expelled and avoid vigorous exercise. It is best to isolate and rest for about 4-5 days to recover, without affecting flying ability.

Yellow Skin Tumors: They are benign skin tumors and are more common in certain bird species, often occurring on the abdomen, wings, or legs. If the tumor is not large, surgery is not necessary and it does not affect health or breeding.

Vascular Tumors on the Skin: They often occur on the neck and are prone to bleeding when broken. They grow rapidly, and severe cases need to be surgically removed. Some tumors may recur.

Lipomas: Birds with specific constitutions, lack of exercise, high-calorie feed, and obesity are prone to this condition. Lipomas mostly accumulate in the abdominal and thoracic subcutaneous areas and may sometimes cause hernias. Severe cases require surgical removal, with a good prognosis.

Oral Malignant Tumors: They occur occasionally in certain bird species and originate from the upper jaw near the throat. They grow rapidly and affect the bird's ability to eat and breathe, making treatment difficult.

Lymphoma: It is a malignant tumor, and the exact cause is not yet clear, possibly related to viruses. It often occurs in the abdominal cavity, causing abdominal distension, hepatomegaly with nodules, and difficulty breathing. There is currently no medication available for treatment.

1. The main food for domesticated mynah birds is eggs and rice. Pet owners can stir-fry the rice and then mix it with raw eggs in a pan.

2. Since mynah birds are large birds, the size of their cages should be relatively large. Additionally, mynah birds produce a large amount of food and waste, so they require a lot of space.

3. Birds are sensitive to temperature, especially in the northern regions of China. As winter approaches, it is important to pay attention to the insulation measures for mynah birds to prevent them from getting sick due to changes in temperature.

To raise a Mynah bird, it is necessary to regularly bathe the bird. However, when the Mynah bird is too young and its feathers are not growing well, bathing can be temporarily avoided. After three months, the Mynah bird's feathers will generally grow well, and at this time, it can be bathed. Of course, whether to bathe the Mynah bird also depends on whether the bird is willing or not. When bathing the Mynah bird, it is important to pay attention to the water temperature, which is preferably similar to the bird's body temperature.