Steller's Jays makes different types of calls. “Steller's Jay Sounds” www.allaboutbi...
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@sunseekermama2 жыл бұрын
I've heard these imitate a hawk,to keep other birds away from the bird feeder,they really like sunflower seed's, and I've heard them imitate a cat. I believe they are very intelligent bird's.
@MontereyExplorer2 жыл бұрын
True. Here's one of my videos that illustrates part of what you mentioned: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpmri3Z6m8-rf6c
@donnagelina8548 Жыл бұрын
The Blue Jays always do that. Someone said that it was to help warn birds in the area of Hawks but I had a feeling that it was something a little more self-serving.😆
@timewithruby11 ай бұрын
@sunseekermama that's interesting! I didn't know that! But it makes sense! I saw this gorgeous blue jay in my yard today and yes! I do have a bird feeder too! Maybe he was calling first dibbs on the bird feeder. Lol.
@charlesm69946 ай бұрын
Definitely true. I have chickens so when I heard a hawk call right outside the window, I ran out there, just some Butthead mohawk bird doing impressions.
@Triple2597725 ай бұрын
Yes! I just heard that and when i looked up i saw a dark blue bird fly into my trees so i immediately had to look it up! I just saw two fly by!
@robertmueller20235 ай бұрын
I have a whole flock of them in my back yard this year. They are utterly bold and fearless birds.
@MontereyExplorer5 ай бұрын
That's interesting! Steller's Jays are known for their intelligence and boldness, so it's not surprising that they're comfortable visiting your yard.
@themaidenlesswretch78193 жыл бұрын
This is nostalgic
@MontereyExplorer3 жыл бұрын
I agree with that feeling of connection to home and nature, because "Bird sounds enforce a human's innate connection with nature; when birds sing, we know we are safe - when they quiet down, we panic. This instinctive familiarity with bird songs plays a subconscious role in our stress recovery".
@corvicore68132 жыл бұрын
i never knew what they sounded like until today when I saw one and decided to look them up. turns out i do know the sound, i just didn't know the source. thanks for this video !
@MontereyExplorer2 жыл бұрын
Sure! my pleasure to share. Now, when you hear this sound you know who's "making the call".
@jaredblume12202 жыл бұрын
Just saw one of these in Pine Valley, Utah on a camping trip. Wasn’t sure what they were. He nabbed one of our Cheetos off of our picnic table. 😂. Thank you for the video. 👍🏽
@MontereyExplorer2 жыл бұрын
Wow! I wasn't aware they do that! I looked it up, and you're right "Steller’s Jays are common in forest wildernesses but are also fixtures of campgrounds, parklands, and backyards, where they are quick to spy bird feeders as well as unattended picnic items." www.fs.usda.gov/detail/boise/learning/?cid=stelprdb5309760
@AnimeRobin_DickGrayson2 Жыл бұрын
I once ate at a Cafe in big sur and one of the waiters left one of the cabinets open and a steller's jay stole a sugar packet😂
@zoe_moth2 жыл бұрын
I was on vacation in Idyllwild a while ago and kept waking up hearing them, which was kinda nice. Each time I saw one I'd end up finding a feather too, so that's how I was able to identify them. Still have the feathers and I'm very happy I got to see them
@MontereyExplorer2 жыл бұрын
Such a nice story! I admire how you observe and connect to nature. You will need a permit to keep the feathers. "The possession of feathers and other parts of native North American birds without a permit is prohibited by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). " I checked and found that the Steller's Jay is listed in List of Birds Protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (2020).
@zoe_moth2 жыл бұрын
@@MontereyExplorer I had no idea that was a rule... I'm a kid I can't get a permit...
@MontereyExplorer2 жыл бұрын
@@zoe_mothlike you, I had no idea about this rule. I just learned about it and I thought I'd share it with you.
@zoe_moth2 жыл бұрын
@@MontereyExplorer okay, thank you
@D45VR2 жыл бұрын
They wait for me to fill feeders every morning and once they see me out and about they call out to let their pals know. A dozen or so quickly show up. I feed them (and chipmunks) sunflower seeds & whole peanuts. It gets a bit pricey in winter but worth every penny to me.
@MontereyExplorer2 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a fun and entertaining way to observe them up close and connect with nature. Sunflower seeds & whole peanuts are good natural food sources.
@daviddestin1990 Жыл бұрын
love these guys, I lived amongst the Douglas firs for awhile, they are the best
@MontereyExplorer Жыл бұрын
I agree. There's a lot to admire about these birds.
@gigithespiderantnostalgiaa16892 жыл бұрын
GUAAT GUAAAT GUAAAAT GUAAAAAT
@MontereyExplorer2 жыл бұрын
I love how you mimicked the sound with letters. I would also think that GUAAAK works 😊.
@cky163100Ай бұрын
These are all over my place in western Washington state
@MontereyExplorerАй бұрын
That's fantastic! Steller's Jays have a wide range that stretches up into Washington state. It's interesting to hear that you have them around where you live. They're intelligent and vocal birds, so I'm sure they add a lot of character to the soundscape out there.
@bucko54275 ай бұрын
Such a cool bird. I think they are the bird that makes a call me think that Donald Duck has roosted in the trees behind my house.
@MontereyExplorer5 ай бұрын
You're absolutely right! Steller's jays are known for their loud and varied calls, and the one you're describing is a classic. Their harsh "shack-shack-shack" or "chock-chock-chock" definitely has a cartoonish quality to it, and it's easy to see why it reminds you of Donald Duck.
@cathycarlin87473 ай бұрын
I have these birds at my house. They are one of my favorites. I feed them feed corn that was softened in boiled water. They squawk at me for more when they run out.
@MontereyExplorer3 ай бұрын
That's lovely! It sounds like you have some very friendly birds. They must really enjoy the softened corn - it's a nice way to spoil them a bit. They are one of my favorites too 😊
@brtrabbix Жыл бұрын
love this! i put out peanuts for my Stellar jays and they squawk on my back deck
@ShakespeareCafe Жыл бұрын
These Jays think they rule the forest up here in the Santa Cruz Mountains, but they are no match for the acorn woodpeckers at my feeders and water bath. I posted a great video of a Steller's jay and Scrub jay meeting up at my water bowl on a 100+ day. It's one of the best video captures I've made. I get all my bird seed from Walmart, the best
@MontereyExplorer Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I will make sure to check your video tonight.
@SeniorZileppe10 ай бұрын
favorite bird of all time
@MontereyExplorer10 ай бұрын
Smart choice!
@MontereyExplorer10 ай бұрын
Smart choice!
@robertmueller20235 ай бұрын
Bent's Life Histories said that there are like five races/subspecies from north (BC) to south (California).
@MontereyExplorer5 ай бұрын
Gemini said: Bent's Life Histories might be a bit outdated on the number of Steller's Jay subspecies. There are actually recognized to be around 16-18 subspecies depending on the source [Wikipedia, All About Birds]. The variation is quite interesting! The Steller's Jay shows a lot of geographic variation in its plumage. These subspecies are differentiated by things like crest color and length, black markings on the head, and overall body size [All About Birds]. So, Bent's Life Histories wasn't far off, but there's more diversity out there than they described.
@jdog19856 ай бұрын
I heard one imitate a cat dying last year near my house
@SarcasticPixie Жыл бұрын
Lol the jays in my backyard go crazy when I play this
@MontereyExplorer Жыл бұрын
Interesting! 😊
@RobertPodosek4 ай бұрын
I love these jerks, reminds me of myself! they''ll also eat whole peanuts! haha
@allanblack8635 Жыл бұрын
Always hoping to here the almost synthesizer "chick-woo" that is completely alien. I know it's not rare because every stellar jay in santacruz makes that sound. But I just don't see any record on yourube.
@MontereyExplorer Жыл бұрын
Stay tuned.
@mrmcd1111 Жыл бұрын
Overpopulation with no natural predators these stellars have wiped out massive areas all you hear for miles is stellars. Would hear hundreds of different birds every morning for the last year it's been quiet very quiet only stellars
@MontereyExplorer Жыл бұрын
Hmm..that doesn't sound good. Hopefully nature will take care of itself.
@Desimo1776 Жыл бұрын
I use these videos as calls and let the 500 do the rest.
@allanegleston4931 Жыл бұрын
shack, shack, shack.
@MontereyExplorer Жыл бұрын
Yep that's what it sounds like 😊
@user-iq4sq9kd1d Жыл бұрын
اسمه ستيلر جاي
@Danielle-nz9tn Жыл бұрын
Is that “meow” like noise at the very end of the video also the Stellar’s Jay?
@MontereyExplorer Жыл бұрын
Yes, it's hard to tell sometimes because "the Steller's Jay can imitate birds, squirrels, cats, dogs, chickens, and some mechanical objects".
@SuperMonaLisaBros6 ай бұрын
Why's his crest so high? He looks pissed!
@MontereyExplorer6 ай бұрын
The reason for the jay's raised crest is a mystery. But one thing is for sure: it's a fascinating adaptation that helps these birds to survive in their forest homes.