Blue Jay

Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata)

In blood and brood, the blue jay is a dominant aerial force—a loud, territorial opportunist that doesn't actively hunt mosquitoes but won't hesitate to devour one if spotted up close. Its sharp vision and swift reflexes make it a sudden, dangerous threat, especially in open air. While not a direct predator, the blue jay's presence can disrupt the hunting patterns of other, more focused enemies. If used wisely, it can be weaponized: luring spiders, centipedes, or even dragonflies into its line of sight may turn the tables. Align with caution—this bird rules its territory and owes no one loyalty.

Kingdom: Animalia→ All animals

Phylum: Chordata→ Animals with a notochord (spinal cord), includes all vertebrates

Class: Aves→ All birds

Order: Passeriformes→ Perching birds or songbirds (the largest order of birds)

Family: Corvidae→ Crows, ravens, magpies, and jays — highly intelligent birds

Genus: Cyanocitta→ North American jays

Species: Cyanocitta cristata→ The Blue Jay