Black-chested Jay vs Ratchet-tailed Treepie
Cyanocorax affinis compared with Temnurus temnurus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-chested Jay | Ratchet-tailed Treepie |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyanocorax affinis | Temnurus temnurus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Corvidae | Corvidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 33.6 cm (13.2 in) | 26.3 cm (10.4 in) |
| Weight | 206.4 g (7.28 oz) | 138.0 g (4.87 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-chested Jay
Least Concern
Ratchet-tailed Treepie
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.