About the Purplish Jay
The Purplish Jay (Cyanocorax cyanomelas) 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 purjay1 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 cyanomelas |
| Species Codes | purjay1, PUJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purplish Jay belong to?
The Purplish Jay (Cyanocorax cyanomelas) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Purplish Jay?
The Purplish 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 Purplish Jay sighting?
You can log sightings of Purplish Jay on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purjay1, or on iNaturalist.