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Azure-hooded Jay

Azure-hooded Jay

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The Turquoise-brown Jay is a vibrantly colored jay species found in Central America, characterized by its bright turquoise-blue plumage on the head and wings, contrasting with a brown body. It inhabits montane cloud forests, often foraging in noisy groups.
Where to spot
Found in Central America, from southern Mexico (Chiapas) through Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua to Costa Rica. It prefers humid montane cloud forests and evergreen forests.
How to spot
Look for noisy flocks moving through the canopy of montane forests. Its bright turquoise head and wings, contrasting with its brown body, are key identifiers. Listen for its varied, often harsh, and sometimes mimic-like calls.
When to spot
Resident throughout its range, observable year-round. Most active during the day, particularly early mornings.
File:Azure-hooded Jay (Cyanolyca cucullata) in tree, Costa Rica.jpg
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File:Cyanolyca cucullata foliage.jpg
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File:Azure-hooded Jay (Cyanolyca cucullata) in tree, Costa Rica.jpg
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File:Cyanolyca cucullata Santa Elena.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanolyca cucullata Santa Elena 02.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanolyca cucullata foliage.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanolyca cucullata perched.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The stunning turquoise blue on its head and wings is particularly prominent in good light, making it a highly sought-after species for bird photographers and enthusiasts in its range.
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