This abundant member of the Starling family (Sturnidae) is native to Southern Asia but has been widely introduced and become an invasive agricultural pest in some areas. It is common in the cage bird trade and famous for its ability to mimic human speech. Two subspecies are recognized. This is the widespread nominate race. A darker race with larger yellow eye patch is confined to Sri Lanka. Canon PowerShot SX50 HS.
References:
Craig, A., Feare, C. & Garcia, E.F.J. (2016). Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis). In: del Hoyo, J., Elliott, A., Sargatal, J., Christie, D.A. & de Juana, E. (eds.). Handbook of the Birds of the World Alive. Lynx Edicions, Barcelona. (retrieved from http://www.hbw.com/node/60874 on 11 August 2016).
Rasmussen, P.C. & Anderton, J.C. 2012. Birds of South Asia. The Ripley Guide. Vols. 1 and 2. Second Edition. Smithsonian Institution. Michigan State University & Lynx Edicions, Washington. D.C., Michigan & Barcelona.