Garrulus glandarius
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Mass
~160 g
Habitat
Forests
Diet
Omnivore
How to recognize it
The Eurasian Jay stands out for its calm but striking look: a warm brown body, pale head, and a bright blue patch on the wing are easy to remember. In towns, though, its harsh calls and wary movements are often more noticeable than its colors.
It is noisy, alert, and often stays in tree crowns or along woodland edges. It can mimic other voices well, and may copy sounds such as human speech.
It favors woods with oaks, older parks, and other places with large trees. It feeds on acorns, seeds, berries, and insects, and stores food for later, helping oaks spread.
Quick Facts
Listen to the call
The Eurasian Jay stands out for its calm but striking look: a warm brown body, pale head, and a bright blue patch on the wing are easy to remember. In towns, though, its harsh calls and wary movements are often more noticeable than its colors.
It is noisy, alert, and often stays in tree crowns or along woodland edges. It can mimic other voices well, and may copy sounds such as human speech.
It favors woods with oaks, older parks, and other places with large trees. It feeds on acorns, seeds, berries, and insects, and stores food for later, helping oaks spread.
