Loud, bold, and brilliantly blue, the Blue Jay is one of the most charismatic birds at any feeder. Behind the swagger is a remarkably intelligent bird. Here's how to know them and bring them in.
How to identify a Blue Jay
Look for a crested blue bird with a black necklace, white face, and bold black-and-white bars on the wings and tail. They're noisy — famous for a harsh jay-jay call and for mimicking the scream of a hawk to scatter other birds from the feeder.
How to attract Blue Jays
Jays love whole peanuts (in or out of the shell), black-oil sunflower, and suet. Use a sturdy platform feeder — they're large and clumsy on small perches. Plant oak trees if you can; jays cache acorns and actually help plant forests.
What does a Blue Jay symbolize?
Blue Jays are seen as symbols of intelligence, loyalty, and confidence. Their fearlessness and strong family bonds have long made them a sign of standing up for what's yours.
Bring the Blue Jay home
Our Blue Jay framed print brings that bold blue to your wall. Browse all single bird prints, or read our guide to attracting more birds. Made to order in the USA.