Camp robber

Camp robber is a colloquial term used to describe certain bird species known for their bold behavior around human campsites, where they often steal food. The term is most commonly associated with the Gray Jay (Perisoreus canadensis), but it can also refer to other opportunistic birds such as the Steller's Jay (Cyanocitta stelleri) and the Clark's Nutcracker (Nucifraga columbiana).

Gray Jay

The Gray Jay, also known as the Canada Jay or Whiskey Jack, is a member of the Corvidae family. These birds are found in the boreal forests of North America, ranging from Alaska to Newfoundland and southward to the northern United States. Gray Jays are known for their intelligence and adaptability, often caching food to survive the harsh winter months.

Steller's Jay

The Steller's Jay is another member of the Corvidae family, native to western North America. It is easily recognizable by its striking blue and black plumage. Steller's Jays are known for their loud calls and social behavior, often seen in groups. They are opportunistic feeders and are known to raid campsites for food.

Clark's Nutcracker

The Clark's Nutcracker is a bird species in the family Corvidae, native to the mountainous regions of western North America. These birds have a mutualistic relationship with whitebark pine trees, as they cache the seeds, which helps in the tree's propagation. Clark's Nutcrackers are also known to visit campsites in search of food.

Behavior

Camp robbers are known for their bold and fearless behavior around humans. They have learned to associate human activity with food availability and are often seen scavenging around campsites, picnic areas, and other places where food is present. These birds are highly intelligent and have excellent memory, which they use to cache food for later consumption.

Related Pages

• Gray Jay
• Steller's Jay
• Clark's Nutcracker
• Corvidae
• Whitebark Pine