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White-naped Jay

White-naped Jay

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1 year ago door jenny van Dorland
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The White-naped Jay is a large, distinctive New World jay endemic to a specific region of eastern Brazil. It is characterized by a prominent white patch on its nape.
Where to spot
Restricted to the Atlantic Forest biome of eastern Brazil.
How to spot
Observe in the Atlantic Forest region. Look for its large size, predominantly black plumage, and the key feature of a large white patch on its nape. Listen for its loud, harsh calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often seen in small, noisy groups foraging in the canopy or mid-story.
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon -Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil-8.jpg
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon - White-naped Jay.JPG
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon 160.jpg
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon 1838.jpg
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon head.jpg
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon in Pantanal Marimbus, Chapada Diamantina, 10-02-2023 5.jpg
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon in Pantanal Marimbus, Chapada Diamantina, 10-02-2023 6.jpg
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon taxidermied.jpg
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon -Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon - White-naped Jay.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon 160.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon 1838.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon head.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon in Pantanal Marimbus, Chapada Diamantina, 10-02-2023 5.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon in Pantanal Marimbus, Chapada Diamantina, 10-02-2023 6.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cyanocorax cyanopogon taxidermied.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This jay's striking white nape patch contrasts sharply with its dark body, making it an unmistakable species in its limited range.
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jenny van Dorland
jenny van Dorland
1 year ago
White-naped Jay
Zanderij, Para
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