About the Iranian Ground-Jay
The Iranian Ground-Jay (Podoces pleskei) 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 irgjay1 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 | Podoces pleskei |
| Species Codes | irgjay1, IRGJ, IGJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Iranian Ground-Jay belong to?
The Iranian Ground-Jay (Podoces pleskei) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Iranian Ground-Jay?
The Iranian Ground-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 Iranian Ground-Jay sighting?
You can log sightings of Iranian Ground-Jay on eBird (ebird.org) using species code irgjay1, or on iNaturalist.