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Green Jay

Cyanocorax yncas ORDER: PASSERIFORMES FAMILY: CORVIDAE

IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern

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A colorful tropical bird found primarily in Mexico and South America, the Green Jay just makes its way into the United States in southern Texas.

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Appearance

Crows and Jays
Crows and Jays
Typical Voice

Adult Description

  • Large songbird.
  • Pale green back and underside.
  • Black head and chest.
  • Blue face.
  • Yellow sides to tail.

Immature Description

Juvenile similar to adult, but duller.

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