Printable Blue Jay Mask

printable blue jay mask for kids

Bold, bright and brilliantly blue - our printable blue jay mask is a real head-turner! The blue jay is one of North America's most striking birds, with that vivid blue plumage and distinctive crest making it instantly recognisable. Perfect for birds of the world school projects, North American animals classroom activities, World Book Day, birthday parties, and imaginative play.

A vivid, eye-catching mask that works brilliantly for birds of the world projects or any nature themed activity. Every mask comes with a full colour version AND a black and white line art version for colouring in.

5 Interesting Facts About Blue Jays!

  • Blue jays aren't actually blue - the blue colour is caused by light scattering through the structure of their feathers. If you crush a blue jay feather, it turns brown!
  • Blue jays are brilliant mimics and can perfectly imitate the calls of hawks - which they use to scare other birds away from food sources.
  • They have a special pouch in their throat called a gular pouch where they can store up to 5 acorns at a time to carry back and bury for winter.
  • Blue jays mate for life and both parents help raise the chicks - they're very dedicated family birds.
  • They're one of the few bird species known to use tools - blue jays have been observed using strips of newspaper to rake in food pellets from outside their cage.