Clark's Nutcracker

31 cm (12") Common but local. Western North America. High mountain coniferous forest near treeline. Tame birds scavenge at camp grounds, resorts and farms and may be fed by hand.

Light gray body. Large white patches on black wings and tail are seen best in flight. Long sharp bill. Shaped like a small crow.

Song: grating "kr-a-a-a-a".

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Credit: Marcel Holyoak

Credit: Marcel Holyoak

Credit: Eelke de Blouw

Credit: Eugene Beckes

Distribution Maps

Clark's Nutcracker distribution map

Clark's Nutcracker winter distribution map