Michigan wildlife
Blue Jay
Cyanocitta cristata
Clever corvid known for storing acorns for winter
See the Blue Jay up close
Best months
Sep · Oct · Nov
Look for Blue Jays in oak forests early to mid-morning during September-October; check local eBird reports for specific locations.
Where to look
Huron-Manistee National Forest, MichiganSleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan
Conservation status
Common year-round resident in Michigan woodlands
Good to know
Do Blue Jays mimic other birds?
Yes, they sometimes mimic hawks to scare other birds from food.
What do Blue Jays eat in winter?
They rely heavily on cached acorns and seeds, also visit feeders for suet and sunflower seeds.
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