The Iranian Ground Jay is a ground-living corvid restricted to eastern Iran. Its sandy body, black facial marks, and dark throat patch contrast with the ground as it runs in search of food.
It is warm sandy-buff overall, with black markings at the lores and throat and a dark tail. The wings are black and white, and the slim bill curves slightly downward.
It is usually seen in pairs or family groups. In spring it mainly eats insects; later in the year it also takes grain and seeds. It sometimes hides food, and research suggests cached seeds may contribute to plant dispersal.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.