Should I Feed Blue Jays?

Feed. Blue jays enjoy nuts, especially peanuts–whole or already shelled. They also like common bird feed like suet, cracked corn, and black oil sunflower seeds. However, because of their size, blue jays will need to feed on a platform feeder or a large tray.

Is it good to have blue jays in your yard?

Jays are some of the most entertaining birds to visit your backyard. However, they also serve another important function. Blue Jays will never leave your garden or backyard as long as they get a regular supply of food from these areas. A large part of a blue jay's diet comprises of insects.

What is the best food for Blue Jays?

Blue Jays prefer tray feeders or hopper feeders on a post rather than hanging feeders, and they prefer peanuts, sunflower seeds, and suet. Planting oak trees will make acorns available for jays of the future. Blue Jays often take drinks from birdbaths.