Bushy-crested Jay

Cyanocorax melanocyaneus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Corvidae

About

The bushy-crested jay is a species of bird in the family Corvidae. It is found in Central America, where its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and heavily degraded former forest. There are two subspecies, C. m. melanocyaneus which is found in Guatemala and southern El Salvador, and C. m. chavezi from Honduras and northeastern Nicaragua.

Fun Fact

Guatemala and southern El Salvador, and C.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to Central America where it is found in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua at altitudes between about 600 and 2,450 m (2,000 and 8,000 ft).

Diet

Diet consists of invertebrates, seeds, nuts and fruits.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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