The Javan Green Magpie (Cissa thalassina) is Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List with a decreasing population trend. It is solely located in the wild to Western Java, Indonesia. The main reason for decline is trapping for the songbird trade, as well as habitat loss due to agriculture, mining and logging. The species inhabits forest that is foothill/montane, from 500-2000 metres above sea level. Zoos and other reputable institutions are vital for the ex-situ conservation of Javan Green Magpies for breeding. There may be a minimum of only 50 mature individuals left in the wild, but perhaps up to 249. They consumes invertebrates, amphibians, small lizards, fruits and berries. The juveniles have blue feathers which turn green after their first moult. Breeding can take place year round, but usually in months with high rainfall such as October to April. They make a cup-like nest out of vegetation and lay one or two eggs.
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