Steller's jay Cyanocitta stelleri

Identification Tips:

• Black sturdy bill
• Black crest and head
• Forehead and throat may have some white flecks
• Dark blue body
• Wings and tail have dark bars
• Dark legs

Similar species:

Because of its large size, blue coloration and crest the Steller's Jay is quite distinctive. Steller's Jay has darker underparts than the similarly crested Blue Jay. Other jays lack a crest and have different markings.