Crested Jayshrike
A species of Crested Jay, Also known as Jay-shrike, Shrike-jay Scientific name : Platylophus galericulatus Genus : Crested Jay
Crested Jayshrike, A species of Crested Jay
Also known as:
Jay-shrike, Shrike-jay
Botanical name: Platylophus galericulatus
Genus: Crested Jay
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Description
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Description
The crested jay (Platylophus galericulatus) is a species of bird traditionally placed in the family Corvidae but might belong to the helmetshrikes. It is monotypic within the genus Platylophus. It is found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Thailand. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
33 cm
Feeding Habits
Crested Jayshrike has a varied diet, consuming mainly invertebrates like caterpillars, millipedes, cicadas, and beetles. Crested Jayshrike forages alone or in small groups, often in dense undergrowth, using its white neck and eye markings for group cohesion. Known for boldness, crested Jayshrike may approach humans while vocalizing and displaying its crest.
Habitat
The crested Jayshrike typically inhabits the dense lowland broadleaf forests and can also be found residing in hilly forest areas. These forests are characterized by a rich diversity of tall broadleaf trees providing ample cover and foraging opportunities, which are necessary for the crested Jayshrike's survival and reproductive success. Its range encompasses broader biogeographical regions characterized by tropical and subtropical climate zones.
Dite type
Herbivorous
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Crows and jays Genus
Crested Jay Species
Crested Jayshrike 
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