Adult © Don Danko
Adult © Josanel Sugasti -photographyandbirdingtourspanama
Juvenile © Nick Athanas
Adult © fernando Burgalin Sequeria
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Habitat © Steve Kelling

Black-chested Jay Cyanocorax affinis

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Identification

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Striking jay with mostly black head and throat, deep indigo upperparts, and contrasting white belly. Long tail with white tip. Pale eye. Sexes alike. Usually found in small family groups. Occurs in forested habitats, including shrubby second growth and forest edge. Calls include a harsh doubled “chee-chee” and other mechanical and musical notes.

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