Our use of Cookies

This site uses only cookies strictly necessary to ensure the site works correctly.

Please read about how we use cookies.

Hide this message

Strictly necessary and non-essential cookies

By clicking accept all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies and to our cookie policy.

We use third-party cookies on this site.

You have accepted necessary cookies only

You can change your cookie settings at any time
Hide this message

Non-native Species Secretariat Non-native Species Secretariat Logo

Non-native species information portal


Acridotheres tristis

Last edited:

- Acridotheres tristis

Expand and collapse the sections below by clicking on the title or + / - icons.

Overview table

Environment Terrestrial
Species status Non-Native
Native range Middle Asia, China, Indian Subcontinent, Indo-China
Functional type Omnivore
Status in England Non-Native
Status in Scotland Non-Native
Status in Wales Non-Native
Location of first record St James's Park
Date of first record 1950

Spotted this species?

Find out how to record your sighting.

Map of the UK with areas shaded to show the UK distribution

Distribution map

View the Distribution map for , Acridotheres tristis from NBN Atlas

Legislation

Common myna, Acridotheres tristis, is a Species of Special concern. Read more about Non-native species legislation.