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Florida scrub-jay is smart, social, endangered and only found in the Sunshine State

ORLANDO, Fla. — Take a stroll through one of the remaining pockets of Florida scrub habitat and listen for a loud, scratchy weep — a sound that distinguishes the Florida scrub-jay from other avian residents of the Sunshine State. That raspy call is likely emitted by a bird with a blue head and wings, an appearance that closely resembles a blue jay but the scrub-jay is much more distinct in its ...

The Florida scrub-jay is smart, social and only found in the Sunshine State. However, this resilient jay faces threats from loss of habitat.

The Florida scrub-jay is smart, social and only found in the Sunshine State. However, this resilient jay faces threats from loss of habitat.