When in a talking mood, Hill mynahs will repeat what they've heard and talk back and forth with you. The activity in the home has a lot to do with the amount of talking our birds do. They love our dog, Scruffy. She also says that to Howard when he does a shrill whistle. This shows that Mynahs really pick up on what is going on in the room, listen and remember how others react to a situation.
Mynahs are very intelligent birds and associate actions with phrases and sounds.
They also say it when they hear the jingling of car keys and know that our next step will be to leave the house. Purchasing a baby mynah or an older one that is already a talker you will more than likely get to experience the enjoyment of a wonderful talking bird. Even mynahs that don't turn out to be talkers can make wonderful pets. Mynah birds have lots of personality and comical antics. I like to refer to them as little black feathered entertainment centers.