Asian Azure-winged Magpie
Cyanopica cyanus
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The Asian Azure-winged Magpie is an elegant corvid found in eastern China, Korea, and Japan, inhabiting open woodland and gardens. Weighing about 96.5g with a wingspan near 28cm, it has a black cap, pale buff body, and striking azure-blue wings and tail. It is social and vocal, foraging in small flocks for insects, fruit, and small animals.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.3 cm | 11.1 in |
| Weight | 96.5 g | 3.40 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 16-19 days.
Clutch Size
5-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Cyanopica |
| Species | Cyanopica cyanus |
Distribution
Asian Azure-winged Magpie has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Corvidae family