This bright and noisy bird is common throughout the eastern US. They are 9 to 12 inches long, bright blue above and white below. They have a distinctly pointed feather crest on the top of their head. These jays are omnivorous, feeding on fruits, seeds, nuts, insects, small birds, mice, frogs, snails and even fish. They can be seen in trees & shrubs around campus and often visit bird feeders.

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