Beautiful Jay
Cyanolyca pulchra
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cyanolyca-pulchra"></birdfyi-bird>The Beautiful Jay (Cyanolyca pulchra) is a bird species in the family Corvidae (crows, jays & magpies), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 26.6 cm and a weight of 97.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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The Beautiful Jay is a rare, near-threatened jay restricted to the humid cloud forests of the western Andes in Colombia and Ecuador. It has striking brilliant blue plumage with a black mask, and is considered one of the most attractive jays. It forages in small groups in the forest canopy and midstory, feeding on insects, fruits, and small vertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.6 cm | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 97.25 g | 3.43 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 24 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Cyanolyca |
| Species | Cyanolyca pulchra |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Corvidae family