About the Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
The Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay (Aphelocoma woodhouseii) 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 wooscj2 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 | Aphelocoma woodhouseii |
| Species Codes | wooscj2, WOSJ, WSJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay belong to?
The Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay (Aphelocoma woodhouseii) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay?
The Woodhouse's Scrub-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 Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay sighting?
You can log sightings of Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wooscj2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Crows, Jays, and Magpies 136 species
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