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White-throated Magpie-jay

Calocitta formosa

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10.7137, -85.2149

Field Notes

Description:

Large magpie-sized bird with a blue jay twist! Unique feathers protrude from the birds head.

Habitat:

Very common in most regions, although not viewed in highlands

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
SusanEllison
same as this spot: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/6669681
Dan Doucette
I think you're right for the tree. I have one as a houseplant and have seen them in the greenhouse at work.
ceherzog
I'd love to see that bird. Is it on Chorisia speciosa?

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WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
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Birds of the World

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PublishedJuly 9, 2011

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