About the Eurasian Jay
The Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius) is a species of bird in the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 136 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code eurjay1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Crows, Jays, and Magpies (Corvidae) |
| Species | Garrulus glandarius |
| Species Codes | eurjay1, ECFJ, EUJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Jay belong to?
The Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Jay?
The Eurasian Jay is a member of the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eurasian Jay sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Jay on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurjay1, or on iNaturalist.