How to distinguish male and female starlings?
The myna is a common ornamental bird beloved for its intelligence and ability to imitate human voices. For hobbyists raising starlings, distinguishing male and female starlings is a common problem. This article will introduce in detail how to distinguish male and female starlings based on their appearance, behavioral characteristics, and sounds, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Distinguishing appearance characteristics
There are some subtle differences in appearance between male and female starlings. The following are common ways to distinguish them:
| Features | male starling | Myna |
|---|---|---|
| body shape | Larger and stronger | Small, slender body |
| head | The head is wider and the base of the mouth is thicker | The head is narrow and the base of the mouth is thin |
| feather color | The feathers are darker in color and have a strong luster | Feathers are lighter in color and less shiny |
| tail feathers | Tail feathers are long and neat | The tail feathers are short and slightly messy |
2. Differentiation of behavioral characteristics
In addition to appearance, male and female starlings also have some behavioral differences:
| behavior | male starling | Myna |
|---|---|---|
| tweet | The chirping sound is loud and frequent. | The chirping sound is softer and has a low frequency. |
| Mobility | Active, likes to jump and show off | Relatively quiet and less active |
| territoriality | Very territorial and prone to fights with other birds | Less territorial and more docile |
3. Sound distinction
The sound of starlings is one of the important basis for distinguishing male and female. The calls of male starlings are usually more complex and louder, while the calls of female starlings are relatively single and soft. Here are the specific differences:
| sound characteristics | male starling | Myna |
|---|---|---|
| Volume | Larger | smaller |
| pitch | Changeable, with ups and downs | Single, smooth tone |
| Imitation ability | Strong imitation ability and able to learn a variety of sounds | Weak ability to imitate |
4. Other methods of differentiation
In addition to the above methods, you can also further confirm the male and female starlings through the following methods:
1.Observe reproductive behavior: During the breeding season, male starlings will show obvious courtship behaviors, such as frequent calls, display of feathers, etc., while female starlings are relatively passive.
2.Professional appraisal: If it is difficult to distinguish by appearance and behavior, you can consult a professional bird identification agency or veterinarian to determine the gender through DNA testing or endoscopy.
5. Summary
Distinguishing male and female starlings requires a combination of appearance, behavior and vocal characteristics. Male starlings are typically larger, have dark feathers, and have loud, complex calls, while female starlings are smaller, have lighter feathers, and have softer calls. Through careful observation and comparison, the gender of mynas can be determined more accurately.
I hope this article can help starling enthusiasts better understand how to distinguish male and female starlings, and provide a reference for feeding and breeding.
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