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California Scrub-Jay
Aphelocoma californica
The California Scrub-Jay, with its vivid blue coloring and inquisitive behavior, is a striking resident of the western United States.
Size
11-12 in (28-31 cm)
Habitat
California Scrub-Jays inhabit a variety of environments, reflecting their adaptability
Range
The California Scrub-Jay's range primarily encompasses the western United States, with a strong presence along the Pacific Coast
Conservation
The California Scrub-Jay is currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, reflecting a stable population trend. However, habitat loss due to urbanization and agricultural expansion poses ongoing threats to their natural environments. Conservation efforts focus on preserving critical habitats and promoting awareness of their ecological role. Historically, their populations have remained relatively stable, although localized declines have occurred in areas where habitat destruction is most severe. Continued monitoring and habitat protection are essential to ensure their ongoing presence across their range.
Fun Fact
California Scrub-Jays are known to hide acorns in thousands of different locations, showcasing their impressive memory when retrieving them later.
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Eye On The Fly started with a single bird feeder in my backyard in Illinois and a cheap camera pointed at it. What began as a casual hobby quickly became an obsession — identifying every visitor, learning their behaviors, and sharing the footage with anyone who'd watch.
Now I run multiple feeders, a smart bird camera that captures every visit, and this site — a free resource with over 14,000 bird species to help you identify and learn about the birds in your own backyard. Every video on our social media was filmed right here at my feeding station.
Common Feeder Birds
These birds regularly visit backyard feeders across North America
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Eye On The Fly started with a single camera feeder in a backyard in Illinois. Cardinals at dawn, blue jays fighting over peanuts, chickadees doing acrobatics — and yes, squirrels trying their best to beat the system.
The videos were too good not to share. Now we post daily across TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook, and built BirdLookUp.com so you can identify every visitor at your own feeder.
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