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*Sources for information and photos (unless they were taken by me) can be found at the bottom of each species profile or in photo captions.

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Bird, Japan Alexander Julius Jensen Bird, Japan Alexander Julius Jensen

Lidth’s Jay

Lidth's jay is only found on a few of the Ryukyu Islands in southwestern Japan. Its existence has been threatened by the introduction of mongooses and an increased crow presence on these islands. As of a 2016 survey, fewer than 3,900 mature jays are estimated to remain.

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