Black-chested Jay vs Amami Jay
Cyanocorax affinis compared with Garrulus lidthi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-chested Jay | Amami Jay |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyanocorax affinis | Garrulus lidthi |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Corvidae | Corvidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 33.6 cm (13.2 in) | 34.8 cm (13.7 in) |
| Weight | 206.4 g (7.28 oz) | 125.0 g (4.41 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | 3-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-chested Jay
Vulnerable
Amami Jay
About These Birds
Black-chested Jay
The Black-chested Jay is a medium-sized, boldly patterned jay of humid lowland forests in Central America and northwestern South America, with a blue body, black head and breast patch, and a white forehead patch. It ranges from Honduras south to Ecuador and Venezuela, inhabiting forest edges, secondary growth, and sometimes gardens. It feeds on fruits, large insects, and occasionally small vertebrates.
Amami Jay
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.