The omnivorous Siberian jay is happy to eat almost anything from berries and seeds to insects, fungi and the eggs and chicks of smaller birds.

At campfire sites, you might encounter bold Siberian jays who have learned to steal food from hikers. Please note that human food may be harmful to birds.

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