Crows and jays (Corvidae)
Florida Scrub-Jay
Aphelocoma coerulescens. Acorns cached in the sand, plus insects and small vertebrates.
Crows and jays (Corvidae)Florida Scrub-JayAphelocoma coerulescens
- Scientific name
- Aphelocoma coerulescens
- Length
- 9.1–11 in
- Weight
- 2.3–3.5 oz
- Nest
- Open cup low in scrub oaks
- Entrance hole
- Does not use nest boxes
- Clutch
- 1–5 eggs
- Incubation
- 16–21 days
- Broods
- 1 per season
Identification
- Blue head, wings and tail with a grey back
- No crest; pale forehead
- Long blue tail
Voice
Harsh, scolding 'shreeenk' calls.
Diet and feeding
Acorns cached in the sand, plus insects and small vertebrates.
What do florida scrub-jays eat? · Best feeder for florida scrub-jays
Florida Scrub-Jays by state and province
| Region | Status | Nesting |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | Year-round resident | February–June |
Frequently asked
What do florida scrub-jays eat?
Acorns cached in the sand, plus insects and small vertebrates. At feeders: peanuts in the shell.
How big is a Florida Scrub-Jay?
9.1–11 in long and 2.3–3.5 oz.
Do florida scrub-jays use birdhouses?
No. Open cup low in scrub oaks.
Sources
- Florida Scrub-Jay — All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Florida Scrub-Jay life history — Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- Florida Scrub-Jay — Audubon Guide to North American Birds
Timing reflects typical patterns for the region as a whole; local dates vary with elevation and year. Check the linked eBird bar charts for your county.