The Sounds of Steller's Jay - 4K

Steller's Jays makes different types of calls.
“Steller's Jay Sounds”
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[@sunseekermama]

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.

[@MontereyExplorer]

True. Here's one of my videos that illustrates part of what you mentioned: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpmri3Z6m8-rf6c

[@donnagelina8548]

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.😆

[@timewithruby]

@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.

[@charlesm6994]

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.

[@Triple259772]

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!

[@robertmueller2023]

I have a whole flock of them in my back yard this year. They are utterly bold and fearless birds.

[@MontereyExplorer]

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.

[@themaidenlesswretch7819]

This is nostalgic

[@MontereyExplorer]

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".

[@corvicore6813]

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 !

[@MontereyExplorer]

Sure! my pleasure to share. Now, when you hear this sound you know who's "making the call".

[@jaredblume1220]

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. 👍🏽

[@MontereyExplorer]

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]

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_moth]

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

[@MontereyExplorer]

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_moth]

@@MontereyExplorer I had no idea that was a rule... I'm a kid I can't get a permit...

[@MontereyExplorer]

@@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_moth]

@@MontereyExplorer okay, thank you

[@D45VR]

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.

[@MontereyExplorer]

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]

love these guys, I lived amongst the Douglas firs for awhile, they are the best

[@MontereyExplorer]

I agree. There's a lot to admire about these birds.

[@gigithespiderantnostalgiaa1689]

GUAAT GUAAAT GUAAAAT GUAAAAAT

[@MontereyExplorer]

I love how you mimicked the sound with letters. I would also think that GUAAAK works 😊.

[@cky163100]

These are all over my place in western Washington state

[@MontereyExplorer]

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.

[@bucko5427]

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.

[@MontereyExplorer]

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.

[@cathycarlin8747]

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.

[@MontereyExplorer]

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]

love this! i put out peanuts for my Stellar jays and they squawk on my back deck

[@ShakespeareCafe]

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]

Thanks for sharing. I will make sure to check your video tonight.

[@SeniorZileppe]

favorite bird of all time

[@MontereyExplorer]

Smart choice!

[@MontereyExplorer]

Smart choice!

[@robertmueller2023]

Bent's Life Histories said that there are like five races/subspecies from north (BC) to south (California).

[@MontereyExplorer]

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.

[@jdog1985]

I heard one imitate a cat dying last year near my house

[@SarcasticPixie]

Lol the jays in my backyard go crazy when I play this

[@MontereyExplorer]

Interesting! 😊

[@RobertPodosek]

I love these jerks, reminds me of myself! they''ll also eat whole peanuts! haha

[@allanblack8635]

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]

Stay tuned.

[@mrmcd1111]

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]

Hmm..that doesn't sound good. Hopefully nature will take care of itself.

[@Desimo1776]

I use these videos as calls and let the 500 do the rest.

[@allanegleston4931]

shack, shack, shack.

[@MontereyExplorer]

Yep that's what it sounds like 😊

[@user-iq4sq9kd1d]

اسمه ستيلر جاي

[@Danielle-nz9tn]

Is that “meow” like noise at the very end of the video also the Stellar’s Jay?

[@MontereyExplorer]

Yes, it's hard to tell sometimes because "the Steller's Jay can imitate birds, squirrels, cats, dogs, chickens, and some mechanical objects".

[@SuperMonaLisaBros]

Why's his crest so high? He looks pissed!

[@MontereyExplorer]

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.