Bluejay

/ˈbluːdʒeɪ/ noun

Definition

A common North American bird with bright blue plumage, known for its loud call and intelligent, social behavior.

Etymology

From 'blue' (the bird's striking blue coloring) and 'jay' (from Old French 'jai' or Latin 'gaius', referring to various jay species); name applied because of the bird's brilliant blue appearance.

Kelly Says

Blue jays are surprisingly intelligent—they can mimic hawk calls to scare other birds away from feeders, they remember people who feed them, and they plan for winter by hiding thousands of acorns.

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