Green Jay (Inca ssp)

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The Green Jay, specifically the inca subspecies, occurs in the humid foothill and lower montane forests of western Ecuador, typically between 500 and 1,800 meters. It is generally uncommon but locally present, often seen in noisy family groups moving through the midstory and canopy in search of fruit, insects, and small vertebrates. The species is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a broad Neotropical range and a stable population that tolerates moderate habitat disturbance. Natural history observations highlight its striking green and blue plumage, complex social behavior, and cup-shaped nests built in dense vegetation, with breeding activity in Ecuador peaking during the rainy season.