Azure Jay

Cyanocorax caeruleus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · 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

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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