Transvolcanic Jay
NameTransvolcanic Jay
Common NameTransvolcanic Jay
Scientific NameAphelocoma ultramarina
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)40.5
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)135
Plumage DetailsThe head, wings, and tail are a vibrant azure blue, contrasting sharply with a pale gray back and underparts. It lacks a crest.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh, scratchy calls such as 'shek-shek-shek' or 'chweep' notes, and they are known to mimic other bird species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt in central Mexico.
Identifying Featuresblue head, wings, and tail, pale gray body, lack of a crest, social behavior, found in pine-oak forests of central Mexico
Description
This medium-sized jay is characterized by its striking blue and gray plumage. It is a highly social bird, often found in family groups foraging in pine-oak forests of central Mexico.
