Crows, Jays

Blue Jay

Cyanocitta cristata

The blue jay (Cyanocitta cristata) is a passerine bird in the family Corvidae, native to North America. It is resident through most of eastern and central United States, although western populations may be migratory. Resident populations are also found in Newfoundland, Canada, while breeding populations can be found in southern Canada.

Family
Crows, Jays
Order
Passeriformes
Weight
88 g
Habitat
Woodland
Diet
Omnivore
Migration
Resident
Countries recorded
3

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