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Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

About Steller's Jay

Highly vocal and known for its bold behaviorOften forages on the groundKnown to steal food from other birds

Size

30 - 34 cm

Weight

100 - 140 g

Lifespan

Up to 16 years in the wild

Diet

Insects, Seeds, Fruits, Small rodents

Conservation Status

Status

Least Concern

Population Trend

stable

Threats

  • Habitat loss due to deforestation
  • Predation by domestic cats

Additional Notes

No major conservation concerns at present

Distribution

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North America

North America • United States

Commonly found in coniferous forests