Sadly I have yet to trace any information on these beautiful birds that appear to be quite common around the countryside of Chiang Mai.

I remember seeing many near the house I used to rent in the village of Pong Noi, at the foot of Doi Suthep.

At the time I thought they were Blue Jays, from the blue striping on the wings, sadly not visible in this photo.

This one was spotted close to Mae Rim.