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Purplish Jay
Cyanocorax cyanomelas
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Least Concern
Wingspan
37.5 cm
Weight
201.5 g
Family
Corvidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Purplish Jay (Cyanocorax cyanomelas) is a bird species in the family Corvidae (crows, jays & magpies), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 37.5 cm and a weight of 201.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 37.5 cm | 14.8 in |
| Weight | 201.5 g | 7.11 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Cyanocorax |
| Species | Cyanocorax cyanomelas |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Purplish Jay endangered?
The Purplish Jay has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Purplish Jay?
The Purplish Jay has a wingspan of 37.5 cm, weight of 201.5 g.
What order and family does the Purplish Jay belong to?
The Purplish Jay (Cyanocorax cyanomelas) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Corvidae.
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