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White-throated Magpie-jay

Calocitta formosa

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

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3 Comments

Dan Doucette
Dan Doucette 12 years ago

I think you're right for the tree. I have one as a houseplant and have seen them in the greenhouse at work.

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

I'd love to see that bird. Is it on Chorisia speciosa?

Kitty Biscuits
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Kitty Biscuits

Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Spotted on May 18, 2011
Submitted on Jul 9, 2011

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