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Eurasian Jay

Garrulus glandarius

The Eurasian Jay is a colorful bird with beautiful blue wings and a friendly personality. They love to hop around in trees and are known for their playful nature.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Eurasian Jay has striking pinkish-brown plumage with a black tail, white rump, and a distinctive black moustachial stripe. Its most eye-catching feature is the brilliant blue and black barred patch on its wings, making it easily identifiable.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyCorvidaeGenusGarrulus
Eurasian Jay
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Eurasian Jay

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

A jay can hide thousands of acorns in a single autumn season.

Eurasian Jays are known to mob and chase away birds of prey.

Jays prefer to bury acorns in places with lots of light!

They often steal eggs and chicks from other birds' nests.

Special abilities

Ability

Memory Master

Eurasian Jay can remember thousands of hidden food caches because of its excellent spatial memory that helps them survive winter.

Ability

Mimicry Maestro

Eurasian Jay can mimic sounds of other birds and even animals that helps them deter predators or deceive other birds.

Ability

Forest Planter

Eurasian Jay can bury acorns and seeds that helps them plant new trees and spread forests across landscapes.

Ability

Predator Watch

Eurasian Jay has a loud, harsh alarm call that helps them warn other animals about approaching danger.

Measurements & details

Length
32-35 cm
Wingspan
52-58 cm
Weight
0.15-0.19 kg
Lifespan
5-8 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
4-6
Incubation
16-19 days

Diet & Feeding

An omnivore eating acorns, nuts, insects, and sometimes eggs and chicks of other birds.

Primary Foods

  • Acorns
  • Beechnuts
  • Insects
  • Berries
  • Bird eggs
  • Nestlings

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance, and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Eurasian Jay?

32-35 cm

What is Eurasian Jay's wingspan?

52-58 cm

How much does Eurasian Jay weigh?

0.15-0.19 kg

How long does Eurasian Jay live?

5-8 years

How fast can Eurasian Jay move?

40 km/h

What does Eurasian Jay eat?

An omnivore eating acorns, nuts, insects, and sometimes eggs and chicks of other birds.

Where is Eurasian Jay usually found?

Forests

How does Eurasian Jay hunt?

Foraging

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