Florida Scrub-Jay

A Florida endemic scrub-jay found in oak scrub habitats, known for cooperative family groups and specialized habitat needs.

Overview

Common Name

Florida Scrub-Jay

Scientific Name

Aphelocoma coerulescens

Family

Corvidae

Order

Passeriformes

Class

Aves

Region

North American

Group

Bird

Native Range

Florida

Habitats

Florida oak scrub, Sandy scrub habitats, Open scrubby flatwoods

Diet

Acorns, Insects, Spiders, Small animals, Fruit, Seeds

Conservation Status

Special conservation concern; verify current federal and state conservation status.

Verification

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Fun Facts

Florida Scrub-Jays occur naturally only in Florida.
They live in family groups and may have helpers at the nest.
They depend on open scrub habitat that requires careful habitat management.
They are one of the most range-restricted corvids in North America.

Notes

This entry should be reviewed carefully before final publication because this species has important conservation context.
Visitors should follow all preserve and wildlife-viewing rules around sensitive scrub-jay habitat.

Reference Links

Quick Info

Entry URL

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Entry Type

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Slug

aphelocoma-coerulescens

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