The Blue Jay
One Feather at a Time — Ep. 16
The Blue Jay is a medium-sized bird that stands out with its bright blue feathers, white face, and black neck band. It is found across eastern and central North America and is a year-round resident in southern Canada.
Blue Jay
Blue Jays live in forests, woodlands, and urban areas. They eat insects, seeds, fruits, and nuts. They are especially known for collecting and storing acorns in the ground or tree crevices. Some of these stored acorns are never recovered, which helps oak forests spread and grow.
Their nest is built in trees or large shrubs. It is made of twigs and bark, lined with softer materials such as roots and grasses. The female lays four to five eggs, and both parents share the work of raising the chicks.
Blue Jays are members of the crow family, which is known for intelligence and problem-solving skills. They use a wide variety of calls and sometimes mimic the cries of hawks. They often move in family groups and are strong defenders of their nests.
