Turquoise Jay
A species of Cyanolyca jays Scientific name : Cyanolyca turcosa Genus : Cyanolyca jays
Turquoise Jay, A species of Cyanolyca jays
Botanical name: Cyanolyca turcosa
Genus: Cyanolyca jays
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Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Description
There exists no sexual dimorphism within the species. Adult turquoise jays are mainly a vibrant, blue-green color that can change depending on the lighting. The underside of the wings and tail are black. The turquoise jay has a thick, black face mask that extends to the auriculars and connects to a thin, black collar the wraps around the throat but does not extend around the nape of the neck. The forecrown of the turquoise jay is very light and almost white in color. The iris of the bird is brown while the legs, feet, and bill are all black. Juveniles have a duller color overall and lack the thin, black collar. Measurements: Total Length: 32 cm Wing Length: 137 mm Tail Length: 142 mm Bill Length: 34 mm Tarsus Length: 39 mm The primary vocalization of the turquoise jay is a short, descending whistle that is often heard in series. The tone of the whistle is loud and slightly hissy. Other sounds the turquoise jay can make include popping, squeaking, hissing, and static noises. 
Size
34 cm
Feeding Habits
Turquoise Jay is omnivorous, primarily consuming insects, berries, birds' eggs, and nestlings. It forages in midstory and canopy, inspecting vegetation methodically, showcasing adaptability in both diet and feeding behavior.
Habitat
The turquoise Jay is typically found in humid forest regions that include the edges of primary and secondary growth areas. Its preferred environment encompasses tall montane evergreen forests and shorter elfin forests characterized by dense, tangled vegetation. The species exhibits adaptability to degraded forest habitats, as well as forest edges and clearings, with a particular fondness for areas populated with alder trees.
Dite type
Omnivorous
General Info
Distribution Area
The turquoise jay is endemic to South America. It is found along the western Andes Mountains from southern Colombia to northern Peru, mostly at elevations between 2000–3000 feet, depending on the country; in Colombia, the turquoise jay is normally found between 2600–3000 feet, while in Ecuador it is found at elevations as low as 2000 feet. This bird prefers humid environments with densely tangled trees and shrubs and forests with primary or secondary growth. The turquoise jay is found in tall, montane evergreen forest and short elfin forest with thick vegetation. It is also found in semi-degraded habitats. The conservation status of this bird is rated “least concern” because the populations in its geographic range are relatively stable. This bird is considered common within its geographic range.
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Crows and jays Genus
Cyanolyca jays Species
Turquoise Jay 
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