Mynas generally are taken for granted, hardly given a second look unless something stands out about them.
However the Common Hill Myna (Gracula religiosa) always attracts attention because of its calls, distinguishes with its black glossy plumage, pinkish-orange bill and most of all, yellow facial wattles which surely gives it its local name of Tiong Emas.
Being rather large in size measuring about 30.5 cm it is quite easy to spot. And on this occasion the calls, as usual, gave away its presence.
This pair seems to be residents of Bukit Kiara because of its frequent appearance.
Both birds were busy preening but this particular one seemed desperate to flush out whatever was irritating it. No water droplets were seen so it couldn't be wet.
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