About the Mexican Jay
The Mexican Jay (Aphelocoma wollweberi) 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 mexjay4 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 | Aphelocoma wollweberi |
| Species Codes | mexjay4, MEJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mexican Jay belong to?
The Mexican Jay (Aphelocoma wollweberi) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mexican Jay?
The Mexican 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 Mexican Jay sighting?
You can log sightings of Mexican Jay on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mexjay4, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Crows, Jays, and Magpies 136 species
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
136
Species in Family
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