The Common (or Indian) Myna has been described as the flying cane toad, which is an apt description as their invasion is proving as rapid and devastating as the cane toad. Some areas of Sydney are now so dominated by Common Mynas it is difficult to find other bird species in the area. Most populated areas of the Clarence Valley now have Common Mynas but there is great work going on.
Common or Indian Myna. Photo: Bevan and Donna Pugh.
The CVCIA has recently taken over the distribution and management of myna traps and data in the Clarence Valley. CVCIA Volunteers Laura and Kevin Noble are running the Myna Trap Program and need as much help as you can provide! Please check out this section to find out what you can do to help, even just in your own backyard.
General Common Myna Links
There is already extensive general information on the internet so rather than reproduce this, check out the following links to learn more about Common Mynas.
- Australian National University – Common Myna Website
- Tweed Shire Council – Common Myna information
- Coffs, Bellingen, Nambucca Myna Control Project Website
- Canberra Indian Myna Action Group Website
- Mid North Coast Indian Myna Action Group
So check out our website, learn some and then get involved! You can make a difference.