Steller's Jay
Steller's Jay (<em>Cyanocitta stelleri</em>) is a species of Crows, Jays (<em>Corvidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Steller's Jay (Cyanocitta stelleri) is a species of Crows, Jays (Corvidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A bold dark-blue crested jay of western North American forests; closely related to the blue jay; a loud, intelligent camp robber; its crest and dark plumage distinguish it from its eastern cousin.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Cyanocitta; binomial: Cyanocitta stelleri; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1788). Typical size: 27-33cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Nearctic and Middle America.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
