Perisoreus canadensis ORDER: PASSERIFORMES FAMILY: CORVIDAE
IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern
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A widespread and confiding denizen of boreal and sub-alpine forests, the Gray Jay frequently approaches people for food. It may even land on your hand for a morsel. This tameness can also lead to the pilferage of food not offered, and is responsible for the colloquial name of "camp robber."
Calls soft and harsh, "cha-cha-cha-cah." Also clear whistled "whee-oo."