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Island Scrub-Jay
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Habitat and behaviour
Habitat: Woodland, towns, farmland.
Diet: Omnivore.
Best time to spot: Bold and vocal.
When to look
Check local eBird bar charts for timing in your state; range and season vary a lot across the US. Numbers peak in May.
How rare is it?
The Island Scrub-Jay sits in our Rare tier for the US: scarce or very local, so most birders need a planned trip. It belongs to the crows, jays, and magpies family.
Recent US sightings
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Similar birds
- Mexican JayRare · Woodland
- Florida Scrub-JayUncommon · Woodland
- Woodhouse's Scrub-JayUncommon · Woodland
- California Scrub-JayCommon · Oak scrub
- Hawaiian CrowRare · Woodland
- Tamaulipas CrowRare · Woodland
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