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Beautiful Jay
Cyanolyca pulchra
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
26.6 cm
Weight
97.25 g
Family
Corvidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
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
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
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 |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Beautiful Jay endangered?
The Beautiful Jay has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Beautiful Jay nest?
Nest type: CP. Fledging: 24 days.
How big is the Beautiful Jay?
The Beautiful Jay has a wingspan of 26.6 cm, weight of 97.25 g.
What order and family does the Beautiful Jay belong to?
The Beautiful Jay (Cyanolyca pulchra) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Corvidae.
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