Black-headed Jay
Garrulus lanceolatus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Corvidae
About
The black-headed jay or lanceolated jay is a species of passerine bird in the crow family Corvidae. It is found in open wooded country across the Himalayas and into eastern Afghanistan. A relatively large songbird, it has a largely grey body with a black head, an untidy crest, white streaks on the throat, and a pale bill. It is roughly the same size as its close relative the Eurasian jay, but a little more slender overall.
Fun Fact
A relatively large songbird, it has a largely grey body with a black head, an untidy crest, white streaks on the throat, and a pale bill.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occur in wooded country with large areas of open ground rather than dense forest, and at elevations ranging from 570-4000m.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance