California Scrub-jay
Aphelocoma californica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="aphelocoma-californica"></birdfyi-bird>The California Scrub-jay (Aphelocoma californica) is a bird species in the family Corvidae (crows, jays & magpies), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 25.7 cm and a weight of 78.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.7 cm | 10.1 in |
| Weight | 78.75 g | 2.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP,PL. Incubation: 16-18 days. Fledging: 17-24 days.
Clutch Size
1-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Aphelocoma |
| Species | Aphelocoma californica |
Distribution
California Scrub-jay has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Corvidae family