West · Pacific Flyway
Are There Canada Jays in Hawaii?
No — Canada Jays are not regularly found in Hawaii; any sighting there is a rare stray. Perisoreus canadensis · Corvidae
Is the Canada Jay Found in Hawaii?
Canada Jays are not regularly found in Hawaii. If you think you saw one, check the look-alikes below first, then report it to eBird with a photo.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Canada Jays occur regularly are Oregon (about 2,550 miles away), Washington (about 2,680 miles away) and Nevada (about 2,690 miles away).
Often mistaken for Canada Jays in Hawaii: Northern Mockingbird — these occur regularly in Hawaii, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Canada Jay.
Canada Jay is a North American backyard bird.
In Hawaii, this species is classified as rare. There is no regular population in Hawaii; check neighboring states listed below.
Monthly Activity — Canada Jay in Hawaii
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Canada Jay in Hawaii
Other birds in Hawaii
Birds you might also encounter in Hawaii.
Canada Jay in other states
Canada Jay in Hawaii: Quick Facts
The Canada Jay (Perisoreus canadensis) is a rarely seen bird in Hawaii. It is classified as a not regularly recorded in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Honolulu and throughout Hawaii, knowing the seasonal patterns of Canada Jay can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Hawaii using the related birds section.