zhī

jay (Garrulus lidthi)

Senses

zhī jay

A general term for various species of birds in the jay family (Garrulinae), often used in historical Chinese nomenclature.

鳷鹊在古书中是这种鸟类的常用名。

zhī Lidth's jay

The specific species Garrulus lidthi, also known as the Amami jay, native to certain islands in Japan.

鳷是中国古代文献中对琉璃松鸦的称呼。

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