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The Spotted Nutcracker is a passerine bird slightly larger than the Eurasian Jay. It has a much larger bill and a slimmer looking head without any crest. The feathering over its body is predominantly a chocolate brown with distinct white spots and streaks. The wings and upper tail are virtually black with a greenish-blue gloss. It is one of three species of nutcracker.

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by Jivko Nakev
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By Jivko Nakev

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Uploaded Apr 16, 2014. Captured Jan 18, 2014 10:12 in 1003, 2347 Kladnitsa, Bulgaria.
  • Canon EOS 70D
  • f/4.5
  • 1/1600s
  • ISO100
  • 105mm