Azure Jay
Cyanocorax caeruleus
Near ThreatenedAves · Passeriformes · Corvidae
About
The azure jay is a Near Threatened species of passeriform bird in the family Corvidae, the crows and jays. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and possibly Paraguay and Uruguay.
Fun Fact
The azure jay was originally described in 1818 as Pica coerulea (with an œ ligature), identifying it as a magpie.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feed on other fruit, arthropods, small mammals, and eggs, and has been observed scavenging from a fresh cow carcass.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance