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Bali Myna
Leucopsar rothschildi
Bali's snow-white emblem was stolen almost to extinction for songbird cages — at its lowest, six wild birds remained.
- Range
- Indonesia
- Region
- Asia
- Habitat
- Monsoon forest and savanna of West Bali National Park
The story
So beautiful they became a status symbol, Bali mynas were poached out of their own national park. A novel scheme licensing village breeders to keep and sell captive-bred mynas undercut the black market, and wild flocks around West Bali have climbed back into the hundreds.
What's killing them
- Trapping for the songbird trade
- Tiny range
- Historic population of just 6 wild birds (2001)
Who's fighting for them
BirdLife InternationalBirdLife International
AZA SAFEAssociation of Zoos & Aquariums — SAFE Program
TRAFFICTRAFFIC — Wildlife Trade Monitoring Network
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Quick answers
How many Bali Mynas are left in the world?
Approximately ~400–500 wild. The Bali Myna (Leucopsar rothschildi) is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, and their population trend is recovering. Figures are estimates compiled from the IUCN Red List and conservation organisations.
Where does the Bali Myna live?
The Bali Myna is found in Indonesia (Asia). Their habitat: Monsoon forest and savanna of West Bali National Park.
Why is the Bali Myna endangered?
The main threats to the Bali Myna are: Trapping for the songbird trade; Tiny range; Historic population of just 6 wild birds (2001).
Who is working to save the Bali Myna?
Organisations working on Bali Myna conservation include BirdLife International; Association of Zoos & Aquariums — SAFE Program; TRAFFIC — Wildlife Trade Monitoring Network.