Golden-crested Myna
Ampeliceps coronatus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilySturnidae (Starlings)
- GenusAmpeliceps
- SpeciesAmpeliceps coronatus (Golden-crested Myna)
About the Golden-crested Myna
The golden-crested myna (Ampeliceps coronatus) is a species in the starling and myna family, Sturnidae. It is found from north-eastern India through Indochina and has been introduced to the British Indian Ocean Territory. Its main habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, but it is also found in heavily degraded former forest. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Golden-crested Myna in Kaeng Krachan National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cat Tien National Park | 🇻🇳 Vietnam | |
| 2 | Namdapha National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 3 | Kaeng Krachan National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 4 | Khao Yai National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 5 | Cuc Phuong National Park | 🇻🇳 Vietnam |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Golden-crested Myna in Kaeng Krachan National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Golden-crested Myna sighting in Kaeng Krachan National Park, based on 316 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Golden-crested Myna in Kaeng Krachan National Park?
March has the highest sighting rate for Golden-crested Myna in Kaeng Krachan National Park in our monthly data.