About the Brown Jay
The Brown Jay (Cyanocorax morio) is a species of bird in the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 136 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brnjay when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Crows, Jays, and Magpies (Corvidae) |
| Species | Cyanocorax morio |
| Species Codes | brnjay, BRJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Jay belong to?
The Brown Jay (Cyanocorax morio) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown Jay?
The Brown Jay is a member of the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Jay sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Jay on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brnjay, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Crows, Jays, and Magpies 136 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
136
Species in Family
7,959
iNat Observations
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