Western Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

The Western Scrub-Jay is a medium-sized, highly intelligent bird found in western North America. It has a blue head, wings, and tail, with a grayish-brown back and underparts. Known for its bold and inquisitive nature, it often visits backyards and parks, foraging for acorns, seeds, and insects. These jays are also proficient at caching food and have a complex social system. They inhabit a variety of open woodlands, scrublands, and suburban areas. Their adaptability to human-altered landscapes has contributed to their success in urban environments. The Western Scrub-Jay is known for its mimicry and can imitate the calls of other bird species.

Habitat: Open woodlands, scrublands, suburban areas