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[edit] More information on Myna vocalizations

Could someone add a few sentences explaining "imitative skills". Specifically, but not limited to (as they say on the tests), mimicking human speech? Also, comparison with parrot capabilities?

Alpha Ralpha Boulevard (talk) 14:13, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

This paragraph from Southern Hill Myna is a good start?

"In the wild state, the Hill Myna does not imitate other birds, unlike other species such as the Racket-tailed Drongo, although this is a widely held misconception. On the other hand, in captivity, the Hill Myna is a renowned mimic, learning to reproduce many everyday sounds, particularly the human voice, and even whistled tunes, with astonishing accuracy and clarity."

Alpha Ralpha Boulevard (talk) 14:15, 2 June 2008 (UTC)