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Purplish-backed Jay
Cyanocorax beecheii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
34.2 cm
Weight
193.76666666666665 g
Family
Corvidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Purplish-backed Jay (Cyanocorax beecheii) is a bird species in the family Corvidae (crows, jays & magpies), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.2 cm and a weight of 193.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 34.2 cm | 13.5 in |
| Weight | 193.76666666666665 g | 6.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 18-19 days. Fledging: 22-25 days.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Cyanocorax |
| Species | Cyanocorax beecheii |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Purplish-backed Jay endangered?
The Purplish-backed Jay has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Purplish-backed Jay nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 18-19 days. Fledging: 22-25 days.
How big is the Purplish-backed Jay?
The Purplish-backed Jay has a wingspan of 34.2 cm, weight of 193.76666666666665 g.
What order and family does the Purplish-backed Jay belong to?
The Purplish-backed Jay (Cyanocorax beecheii) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Corvidae.
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