About Cyanocorax affinis Pelzeln, 1856
The black-chested jay, with the scientific name Cyanocorax affinis, belongs to the Corvidae bird family. This species measures 34 centimetres (13 inches) in total length. It is easily identifiable by its unique facial pattern and yellow eye. Most of its head, face, and chest are black, with violet-blue spots located both above and below the eye, plus a violet-blue malar stripe. Its underparts and the tip of its tail are white, while its upperparts and wings are primarily dark violet-blue. This jay shows no sexual dimorphism between males and females. It can be found in Colombia, northwestern Venezuela, Panama, and far eastern Costa Rica. Its natural habitats include subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, and heavily degraded former forest. The population of this species is currently stable.
