Blue Jay Cyanocitta cristata

Identification
This jay has blue plumage with a crest and black necklace. It is loud and conspicuous.

Location
Common statewide

Size
2.5 to 3.5 ounces

Diet
It feeds on nuts seeds insects and eggs.

Habitat
It occurs in forests and suburban areas.

Activity Period
Year round

Behavior
It is social and forms flocks outside breeding season. It is active year round.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in spring.

Population
The population is stable statewide.

History
It has long been widespread in Ohio.

Human Interactions
It often visits feeders.

Facts
It can mimic hawk calls.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Nuts seeds insects eggs | Forests suburbs parks | Statewide