Green Jay

A colorful green, blue, yellow, and black jay found in parts of southern Texas and farther south into Mexico and Central America.

Overview

Common Name

Green Jay

Scientific Name

Cyanocorax yncas

Family

Corvidae

Order

Passeriformes

Class

Aves

Region

North American

Group

Bird

Native Range

Southern Texas, Mexico, Central America

Habitats

Thorn forests, Riparian woodlands, Brushlands, Wooded edges, Subtropical habitats

Diet

Insects, Fruit, Seeds, Eggs, Small animals

Conservation Status

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Verification

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Fun Facts

Green Jays are among the most colorful corvids in the Americas.
In the United States, they are most strongly associated with southern Texas.
They often move in family groups.
Their bright colors make them very different-looking from black crows and ravens.

Notes

This entry is intended as a starter informational bird reference.
Range and taxonomy should be checked with current ornithological references.

Reference Links

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Entry URL

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Entry Type

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Slug

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