Unicolored Jay
NameUnicolored Jay
Common NameUnicolored Jay
Scientific NameAphelocoma unicolor
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)42
Length (cm)30
Weight (g)135
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is uniformly dark blue, often appearing almost blackish in certain light conditions. The head, wings, and tail can be slightly darker than the body. It has a black bill, black legs, and dark eyes.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh, scratchy calls, often described as 'jaay' notes, as well as chattering and squealing sounds. They are generally quite noisy, especially when in flocks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the highlands of southern Mexico and Central America, including Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Identifying FeaturesUniform dark blue plumage, Lack of a crest, Dark eyes, Black bill and legs, Social behavior in flocks
Description
The Unicolored Jay is a medium-sized, entirely dark blue jay found in montane forests. It is known for its social behavior, often moving in noisy flocks through the canopy and understory.
