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Black-chested Jay
Cyanocorax affinis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
33.6 cm
Weight
206.4 g
Family
Corvidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Black-chested Jay is a medium-sized, boldly patterned jay of humid lowland forests in Central America and northwestern South America, with a blue body, black head and breast patch, and a white forehead patch. It ranges from Honduras south to Ecuador and Venezuela, inhabiting forest edges, secondary growth, and sometimes gardens. It feeds on fruits, large insects, and occasionally small vertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 33.6 cm | 13.2 in |
| Weight | 206.4 g | 7.28 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Cyanocorax |
| Species | Cyanocorax affinis |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-chested Jay endangered?
The Black-chested Jay has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Black-chested Jay?
The Black-chested Jay has a wingspan of 33.6 cm, weight of 206.4 g.
What order and family does the Black-chested Jay belong to?
The Black-chested Jay (Cyanocorax affinis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Corvidae.
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