Amami Jay
Garrulus lidthi
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<birdfyi-bird slug="garrulus-lidthi"></birdfyi-bird>The Amami Jay (Garrulus lidthi) is a bird species in the family Corvidae (crows, jays & magpies), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.8 cm and a weight of 125 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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The Amami Jay is a vulnerable corvid weighing 125 g with a broad 34.8 cm wingspan, endemic to the Amami Islands of southern Japan. It has striking blue and chestnut plumage and inhabits subtropical broadleaf forests where it caches food.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 34.8 cm | 13.7 in |
| Weight | 125.0 g | 4.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Corvidae (Crows, Jays & Magpies) |
| Genus | Garrulus |
| Species | Garrulus lidthi |
Distribution
Amami Jay has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Corvidae family