Jays & Orioles

Jays and orioles are large songbirds that are highly sought after as backyard guests and to be seen in the wild. Known for their beautiful plumage and bold personalities, these birds will visit a variety of feeders and different species can be found around the world. Learn more about jays, orioles and similarly colorful, welcome birds with these informational profiles.

Baltimore Oriole
Detailed bird profile of the Baltimore oriole: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting Baltimore orioles to your backyard.

Blue Jay
Detailed bird profile of the blue jay: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting blue jays to your backyard.

Bohemian Waxwing
Detailed bird profile of the bohemian waxwing: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting bohemian waxwings to your backyard.

Bullock's Oriole
Detailed bird profile of the Bullock's oriole: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting Bullock's orioles to your backyard.

Cedar Waxwing
Detailed bird profile of the cedar waxwing: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting cedar waxwings to your backyard.

Clark's Nutcracker
Detailed bird profile of the Clark's nutcracker: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting Clark's nutcrackers to your backyard.

Florida Scrub-Jay
Detailed bird profile of the Florida scrub-jay: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting Florida scrub-jays to your backyard.

Green Jay
This beautiful tropical jay is popular with birders to south Texas, but how much do you know about the green jay? Learn about this bird's behavior, reproduction and songs, as well as how to attract green jays.

Orchard Oriole
The orchard oriole is the smallest North American oriole, but their brilliant color and stunning song packs a big punch. Learn how to identify, locate and appreciate these beautiful birds.

Steller's Jay
Detailed bird profile of the Steller's jay: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting Steller's jays to your backyard.

Western Scrub-Jay
Detailed bird profile of the western scrub-jay: appearance, foods, habitat, behavior and reproduction. Includes tips for attracting these jays to your backyard.

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